PETE FOMINAYA
POSITION: Head Football Coach

Coach Fominaya comes to us from Hiram High School in Paulding County, where he has served as the head coach since 2018.  Previously, he coached for nine years at Gulf Coast High School and Lehigh Senior High School in southwest Florida.  While in Georgia, his coaching accolades include winning Hiram’s first playoff game in school history and being named one of Parker Resources Head Coaches of the Year.  In Florida, Coach Fominaya earned the First District Championship in School History at Gulf Coast and was named Class 7A District 14 Coach of the Year, Miami Dolphin’s Southwest Florida Coach of the Year, and Ft. Myers News-Press Southwest Florida Coach of the Year.  
 
Pete was a four-year letter winner as a student-athlete at Elmhurst College. He later earned advanced degrees in education, culminating in a doctorate in educational leadership.  Pete resides in Cobb County with his wife and three daughters and looks forward to joining the Sprayberry family.  He has a passion for working with student athletes and wants to build upon the strong foundation of athletics established at Sprayberry. 

Education:
Elmhurst University, Elmhurst, IL: B.S., Business Administration, 2004
American College of Education, Indianapolis, IN: M.Ed., Educational Leadership, 2017           
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA: Ed.S. in Coaching Pedagogy in Physical Education, 2019
American College of Education, Indianapolis, IN: Ed.D. in Leadership, 2023 Concentration(s): Health and Wellness
 
Playing Experience:
Elmhurst University, IL 2000-2003
Varsity Letter winner, 4 years
Illinois Prairie All-State Team
 
Coaching Experience:
Sprayberry High School, Marietta, GA: Head Football Coach, 2025-present
Hiram High School, Hiram, GA: Head Football Coach, 2024-2018
Assistant Athletic Director: Gulf Coast High School, Naples, FL
Head Football Coach, 2018-2012: Assistant Athletic Director
Lehigh Sr. High School, Lehigh Acres, FL: Head Football Coach, 2012-2009
Naples High School, Naples, FL: Assistant Coach, 2008 - 2005
Douglas High School, Parkland, FL: Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach, 2004
 
Family:
Wife: Patty Fominaya (18 years). Children: Grace (13 years old), Lily (10 years old), Emma (8 years old)

JOSHUA CASSIDY
POSITION: Assistant Head Coach & Defensive Coordinator

Coach Cassidy is entering his 1st season with the Sprayberry Yellow Jackets. Coach Cassidy comes to us from Harrison High School where over the past 12 years he served as head football coach, defensive coordinator, special teams coordinator, and assistant coach. Coach Cassidy’s greatest accomplishment during his career has been serving while building relationships with the staff, players, and members of the community. Along with his coaching responsibilities at Sprayberry, Joshua will teach strength training in the physical education department. Prior to and during his professional career, Coach Cassidy earned his Doctorate degree in 2019 from Liberty University, his Master’s degree in 2004 from Virginia Tech, and his Bachelor’s degree from Liberty University in 2002. Coach Cassidy and his wife and best friend, Alissa Cassidy, are parents to their three boys, Joshua Daniel “JD” II (11 years), Aiden Joseph (9 years), & Connor Allan (6 years) (Infinity).

Education:
High School: E.C. Glass High (1994)
College: Liberty University (2002) Bachelor of Science
Postgraduate: Virginia Tech (2004) Master of Education Liberty University (2019) Doctor of Education

Playing Experience:
High School: E.C. Glass High (1990-1994)
College: Liberty University (1999-2002) Preferred Walk-on

Coaching Experience:
2002-2003: E.C. Glass High, VA (Freshman & Jayvee Defensive Coordinator)
2004-2005: Olympic Heights High, FL (Varsity Defensive Coordinator & Linebackers) 2005-2011, Naples High, FL (Varsity Defensive Backs, Co-Special Teams Coordinator) 2011-2013 Kell High, GA (Varsity Defensive Coordinator & Defensive Backs)
2013-2019: Harrison High, GA (Assistant Head Coach, Special Teams Coordinator) 2020-2021, Harrison High, GA (Assistant Head Coach, Defensive Coordinator) 2021-2023 Harrison High, GA (Head Coach)
2025-Present: Sprayberry High, GA (Assistant Head Coach & Defensive Coordinator)

Championship/Playoff Experience Player:
1991 VHSL State Runner-up 10 Wins – 4 Losses
1992 VHSL State Runner-up 12 Wins – 2 Losses 1993 3rd Round VHSL Playoffs 9 Wins – 4 Losses

Championship/Playoff Experience Coach:
2004 1st Round (Round Robin)
2006 3rd Round FHSAA Playoffs 11Wins - 2 Losses 2007 FHSAA State Champions 15 Wins – 0 Losses 2008 3rd Round FHSAA Playoffs11 Wins – 2 Losses
 
2010 2nd Round FHSAA Playoffs 11 Wins – 1 Loss
2011 2nd Round GHSA Playoffs 9 Wins – 3 Losses
2012 2nd Round GHSA Playoffs 10 Wins – 2 Losses
2016 2nd Round GHSA Playoffs 10 Wins – 2 Losses
2017 3rd Round GHSA Playoffs 9 Wins – 4 Losses
2018 2nd Round GHSA Playoffs 9 Wins – 3 Losses
2019 GHSA State Champions 15 Wins – 0 Losses
2020 2nd Round 7A GHSA Playoffs
2021 1st Round 7A GHSA Playoffs
2022 2nd Round 7A GHSA Playoffs
2023 1st Round 6A GHSA Playoffs

CLAY MCKNIGHT
POSITION: Offensive Coordinator

Education
Appalachian State University, B.S. History, Secondary Education, 2004-2008
Appalachian State University, M.A. History, Secondary Education, 2008-2010
Kennesaw State University, Ed. S. Education, Secondary Education, 2019-2020

Playing Experience
T.W. Andrews High School, 2002-2004
Appalachian State University, 2004-2008
3x National Champion 

Coaching Experience
McMichael High School (NC), Wide Receivers, Running Backs, Tight Ends, 2009-2011
Immokalee High School (FL), Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks and Defensive Backs, 2011-2014
Thomasville High School (NC), Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks, 2014-2015
West Montgomery High School (NC), Passing Game Coordinator and Wide Receivers, 2015-2017
Crest High School (NC), Passing Game Coordinator and Quarterbacks, 2017-2018
Hiram High School (GA), Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Tight Ends, 2018-2025

Family
Wife-Christina, Son-Crue, Daughter-Collins




MARK FOMINAYA
POSITION: Strength Coordinator / Offensive Line

Education
Gulf Coast High School, Naples, FL, 2016
University of Mount Union, Alliance, Ohio: B.A Sport Business, 2020
University of West Georgia, Carrolton, Georgia: M. Ed Special Education Gen Curriculum, 2022
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia: Ed. S Coaching Pedagogy in Physical Education, 2024

Playing Experience
University of Mount Union Offensive Line, 2016-2020
2017 NCAA Division III National Champion 

Coaching Experience: 
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia: Recruiting Data Base, Summer 2019
Hiram High School: Offensive Line, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, 2020-2024
Sprayberry High School, Marrietta, Georgia: Offensive Line, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, 2025-Present
 
Family
Father: Pete Fominaya Sr., Mother: Mayda Fominaya, Significant Other: Adrianna Ruff (Fiancée)

AVERY JAMES
POSITION: Special Teams Coordinator / Quarterbacks

BRAD TROUT, JR.
POSITION: Defensive Line

EDUCATION:
Hialeah-Miami Lakes High School
Kennesaw State University, Valdosta State University

2025 marks Brad Trout’s 20th year coaching high school football.  Coach Trout coached at The Walker School in Marietta, GA as the Defensive Coordinator and at South Cobb High School in Austell, GA as Defensive Coordinator and Special Teams Coordinator.  He has also coached defensive backs and linebackers.  Coach Trout has coached high school lacrosse, basketball, girls soccer, and girls flag football. 

Prior to his coaching career, Coach Trout was a standout player at Hialeah Miami-Lakes High School in Miami, FL. He earned a football scholarship to Valdosta State University. Following a decorated college career, Coach Trout signed with the Atlanta Falcons in 1998 as a safety. From there, he went on to play for the Denver Broncos, where he was allocated to the NFL Europe Barcelona Dragons. In 2000, he was drafted by the XFL NY/NJ Hitmen and was named to the All-XFL team. He concluded his professional career with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Coach Trout enjoys his children’s sporting activities, fishing, and tinkering in his spare time. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Marietta. They have 2 boys who play football and a daughter who plays soccer and basketball.




BRENT HAYGOOD
POSITION: Offensive Line

EDUCATION:
Pebblebrook High School - Class of 1989
Georgia College - Class of 1993
Masters: American College Education 2017
Specialist: Augusta University 2021

PLAYING EXPERIENCE:
Pebblebrook High School Football, Wrestling, Track, Golf
Georgia College 4 Years Cross Country

COACHING EXPERIENCE:
Dodge County High School - 1993-1995
Pebblebrook High School - 1999-2005
McEachern High School - 2005-2008, 2012-2019
Harrison High School - 2008-2012
Osborne High School - 2019-2023

Coach Haygood lives in Marietta and is married to his wife, Julie. They have two children, Emma and Josh.




CALEB BREWSTER
POSITION: Outside Linebackers

CHESTER RANSOM
POSITION: Wide Receivers Coach

EDUCATION:
Nashville-North HS, Nashville, TN
Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN: 1976-1980 (BS)

PLAYING EXPERIENCE:
Nashville North High School - 3-Year Letterman in Varsity Football and Track.
Finished 3rd at State Track Meet in 4x200 Relay.  Team set new school record for the event.

Middle Tennessee State - Track Team all 4 years, 3 Conference Championship Teams.
2 Outdoor Conference Championship Teams, 1 Indoor Conference Championship Team.
Events: 400 Intermediate Hurdles, 4x400 Relay, 4x200 Relay, 400 m, 600m, 800m

COACHING EXPERIENCE:
42nd year coaching Football in CCSD, 40th year at Sprayberry
2 years South Cobb High School Football Assistant Coach
Sprayberry High School: 1985-present
44th year coaching Track and Field, 40 years coaching Sprayberry Track and Field
Sprayberry Girls Basketball Coach: 2004-2007
Sprayberry Girls Track Head Coach: 1987-Current
Sprayberry Boys Head Track Coach: 2004-2007
South Cobb Boys Assistant Track Coach: 1983-1984
South Cobb Boys Head Track Coach: 1985
Powder Springs Youth Track Club Head Coach: 1981-1982

Coach Ransom lives with his wife Candace.  His son, Sean, graduated from Sprayberry High School and GA Southern University.  Sean and his wife Kaily have a daughter and son.



EVERETT "WILL" PETWAY
POSITION: Cornerbacks


Current undergrad student working to finish and get a degree in Special Education. Played 2 years in High School and 2 years semi pro with Georgia Xtreme and the Atlanta Tigers. 9 years of coaching experience 6 Middle School and 3 High School. I was born in Wiesbaden Germany. I enjoy cooking working out and playing basketball in my spare time. I also have a 7v7 team that has been going strong for 5 years, Next Level Athletics. I have 3 wonderful daughters and Girlfriend. Coaching for me is not just about building a great football player, but also building an awesome young man. I’m happy I was called by Coach Pete Fominaya to be apart of this awesome program. Go Jackets!!!




MYLES WORTHY
POSITION: Running Backs

I am Myles Worthy, and I am a proud graduate of Tennessee State University  with my degree in Human Performance and Sport Sciences with a concentration in exercise sciences. I am also a former Sprayberry High School yellow jacket as well graduating in 2019.

I am a former athlete playing multiple sports growing up. But my main being football (RB/WR) and lacrosse (MIDFIELDER AND LONG STICK MIDFIELD), I was blessed with the opportunity to continue playing division one football at the Tennessee State University.

I have always been passionate about teaching and mentoring student-athletes in their athletic and personal pursuits. I am a coach that is a firm believer in Christ and will always  laugh and have fun, but the goal  is to get better and build character in every way shape and form. This is officially my first year coaching football and I am elated to be back at my Alma mater to give back to my community. 

 I was raised by both of my parents, Gilbert and Ragina Worthy. And also was blessed with one of the best older brothers in the world, D.J. Worthy



BILL BELLUS
POSITION: Running Backs

EDUCATION:
University of Dayton - BS Education
Georgia State - MS Education

PLAYING EXPERIENCE:
Bishop Timan High School Buffalo, NY - OL/DL

COACHING EXPERIENCE:
3 years in Ohio, 5 years in New York, 2 years in Illinois, 1 year in Virginia
4 years at Riverdale High School
1 year at Shiloh High School
14 years at Walton High School
1 year at Chattahoochee High School
Coached in one State Championship game - 2011
Coached in 3 State Semi-Final games - 1998, 2004, 2007
18 Playoff appearances

Coach Bellus has a daughter Ryan and a son Lucas.




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ROBERT JENKINS
POSITION: Offensive Line

EDUCATION:
Sprayberry High School
Lipscomb University

COACHING EXPERIENCE:
Lipscomb Campus School - Football
Pebblebrook High School - Football, Lacrosse

Coach Jenkins and his wife Amanda have four children, Randi, Evie, Ben, and Lulu.

KEN BLANKENSHIP
POSITION: Kickers





GORDON CARR
POSITION: Freshman Head Coach

TRAVIS CASON
POSITION: Freshman Assistant

EDUCATION:
Mundy's Mill High School '12
.A Sport Management/Coaching Kennesaw State University  '18
M.A.T Health and Physical Education '24
 
PLAYING EXPERIENCE:
Varsity Offensive Line 

COACHING EXPERIENCE:
Intern/QC - Yale Football

FAMILY:
Two Nieces and Two Nephews (Skylar, Lily, Orion and August)




REBECCA SMITH
POSITION: Head Athletic Trainer