LBHS Coaches
11 days ago
Shane Rutledge
Shane Rutledge is a 1991 graduate of Long Beach High School. After high school he attended William Carey where he was fortunate to play baseball under head coach Bobby Halford. Coach Rutledge's first opportunity to work in education came at Harrison Central High School in the late 1990s. There he taught chemistry and coached baseball with the legendary Pat Olmi.
He also coached football during his time at HCHS. In 2009 He would be reunited with his former high school coach Mark Ross when Rutledge began serving as an assistant coach at LBHS. He would become head baseball coach upon Ross's retirement just a few years later. In 2019 Rutledge would step away from Coaching to take on a new role in school administration. Shane Rutledge is married to Cassie (Smith) Rutledge of Necaise Crossing.Cassie is the administrative assistant for LBSD student services. They have two children, Leslie and Ben.
Jacob Massey
Jacob Massey heads into his first season at the helm of the Long Beach High School football program after spending one year as the offensive coordinator at Petal High School. Before arriving at Petal Massey spent 6 years leading Amory High School’s offense which resulted in an overall record of 45-28 and six consecutive playoff appearances. .
In addition to the wins and playoff appearances, Massey mentored Hunter Jones who threw for over 9,500 yards and 114 Passing Touchdowns as a Quarterback.
Massey spent his first three years of his coaching career at DeSoto Central High School in Southaven, MS where he was a part of the first playoff team in school history and also coached the first 1,000 yard rusher and passer in school history.
Coach Massey attended Union High School in Union, MS where he played football and baseball, In 2012, Massey graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts in History, and in 2018 he graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership.
Jacob Massey is married to the former Courtland Merideth from Amory, MS. Together they have one son, Gray Alexander (20 months) and have recently found out they are expecting their second child in February 2023.
jacob.massey@lbsdk12.com
Benji Foreman
Benjamin.Foreman@lbsdk12.com
Horace Fortenberry
Jamie Arms
Assistant Football Coach:
QB's/Running Backs
jamie.arms@lbsdk12.com
Codey Finley
Max Crawford
Shane Pollan
Shane Pollan is a first year tight ends coach and will also be serving as an assistant secondary coach at Long Beach High School. Pollan was named the Middle School Head Baseball Coach for Long Beach Middle School. He will be teaching Social Studies/Physical Education at the high school. Pollan is a native of Natchez, MS where he attended Adams County Christian School. He graduated from Holmes CC where he played tight end. Pollan graduated from Delta State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science Education. He played tight end for the Statesmen. He played a 6th year of eligibility at Belhaven University as a tight end.
anthony.pollan@lbsdk12.com
Brandy Zink
I started my Bearcat cheer career when I moved to Long Beach in the 3rd grade and became a "pee wee" Bearcat cheerleader. I then cheered at LBMS and LBHS. In 2005 I returned to LBMS but as a coach. In 2015 I transferred to LBHS and took over the high school squad. I believe that cheerleaders are often thought of as "filler" or "lagniappe", but I can attest to the blood, sweat, and tears that go into being a game day squad who can also compete at the state and national level while amassing a minimum of 20 hours of community service a year. I know that they make it look easy, but that doesn't mean it is!
brandy.zink@lbsdk12.com
Rebecca Tillman
Coach Rebecca Tillman has coached middle school girls and boys basketball, helpedestablish the middle school softball conference on the coast, and currently serve as theHead Coach for the high school softball and volleyball teams.Coach Tillman has over 18 years of experience coaching the Lady Bearcat Teams. Shehas led these teams to five State Championship appearances, as well as winningnumerous District and South State Championships.While attending MGCCC, Tillman played basketball and softball where she received theAll Conference Award two years in a row. She continued her education at theUniversity of Southern Mississippi and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree. In 2007,she graduated from William Carey College with a Masters in Education.Rebecca Tillman is married to Donald Tillman Jr. from Long Beach, MS. Together they have twosons,Colton and Brendon Tillman, and two daughters, Payton and Jordon Tillman.
rebecca.tillman@lbsdk12.com
Melanie Hymel
LBHS Bowling Head Coach
LBHS Volleyball Assistant Coach
Coach Hymel started the bowling program at LBHS 6 years ago. The girls and boys’ bowling teams have each made state appearances over the course of the first four years of the program, with the LBHS Girls’ Bowling Team earning their first ever State Championship during the 2021-22 season.
For the last 12 years, Coach Hymel has also served as the JV Volleyball and Varsity Assistant Coach, with recent varsity teams making annual playoff appearances and making it as far as South State in 2019 and 2020.
Andee Wilburn
LBHS Girls Soccer Coach
First seen standing at the edge of the ocean between the marks of high tide and low tide, that place that is not land nor sea. Coach Wilburn was born outside of time, witnessing all possibilities of reality. The rock on which he stands is not a rock! It is COURAGE! During stressful times, Wilburn imagines a field of grass swaying in the wind. The Hills are ALIVE! A song always in his head, just waiting. Ladies and gentlemen, 3 time Coach of the Year, winning 2 State Championships coaching track and Back to Back State Championships as the Head Boys Soccer Coach, in his 21st year of teaching and coaching….. Coach Andee Wilburn
Erik Johnson
Garrett Larosa
LBHS Baseball Coach
Before coaching at LBHS, I graduated in 2012 from LBHS and went on to finish my playing career at Meridian Community College and McNeese State University. I also attended Mississippi State where I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Economics. This is my eighth year of coaching varsity baseball, and third year as Head of the Baseball program here at LBHS.
Donald.Larosa@lbsdk12.com
Ryan Davis
Justin Powell
Before coaching at LBHS, I graduated for LBHS in 2013 then continued my playing career at Coahoma Community College. I then finish my academic career at the University of South Alabama in Mobile obtaining a bachelor’s in Secondary Education and History. This is my 5th year coaching baseball at Long Beach. This is my first year as Head Coach of Girls Cross Country.
Shawn Hicks
Leslie Rigby
I have been a dance choreographer and coach for over 20 years. In addition to coaching the award-winning Bearcat Belles here at LBHS, I teach dance at Kelli’s Steps School of Dance in Biloxi. My dance credentials include former Universal Dance Association head instructor, former captain of the Mississippi State University Pom Squad, and training at Dance Educators of America.
leslie.rigby@lbsdk12.com
Jacqueline Martin-White
Jacqueline Martin-White, former head coach for Hinds Community College (2018-2022). Former head coach for Warren Central High School (2010-1018) with back -to- back Region XXIII Tournament appearances. . Coaching and leadership awards include, Vicksburg Post Coach of the Year four times, JROTC Educator for the Semester three times, Vicksburg Warren School District Educator of the Year (Bomar Elementary).
Prior to coaching, Martin-White was a standout basketball player. She attended Warren Central High School where she helped her team to two Mississippi Class 5A State Championships and was named the Mississippi Clarion Ledger Player of the Year in 1987. Following her prep career, Martin- White played basketball at the University of Mississippi where she was a four year letter winner for the Rebels (1988-92).Martin- White was also a two-time ALL-SEC selection (1990,1992) and led the Rebels to its first ever Southeastern Conference Championship(1992). She led her team to the NCAA Elite Eight and was named to the Mideast All- Region Team(1992). Jacqueline Martin-White still holds her place in the Rebel record books in numerous career categories ranking in the top five all- time in three pointers and assists.She ranks first in NCAA Tournament games played, fourth in total games played and is also a member of the 1000 point club. Following her playing career, she served as graduate assistant for Ole Miss for one season. In 2008 was inducted to the Ole Miss Athletic Hall of Fame and was selected as an Ole Miss Great. Martin- White was also an Ole Miss Mount Rushmore selection. Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.she served as graduate assistant for Ole Miss for one season.In 2008 was inducted to the Ole Miss Athletic Hall of Fame and was selected as an Ole Miss Great. Martin- White was also an Ole Miss Mount Rushmore selection. Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.she served as graduate assistant for Ole Miss for one season. In 2008 was inducted to the Ole Miss Athletic Hall of Fame and was selected as an Ole Miss Great. Martin- White was also an Ole Miss Mount Rushmore selection. Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.s degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.s degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.Martin -White has a bachelor's degree for The University of Mississippi and 2 master degrees from Alcorn State University.
jacqueline.white@lbsdk12.com
Mina Whitmer
I grew up in Texas and after receiving my Doctor of Chiropractic degree with a specialization in Pediatric Chiropractic in 2001, moved to the coast with my husband. I began coaching swim in 2002 and would continue to coach off and on over the next 20 years. I competed in swimming for 10 years as a youth and went back to competing as an adult in 2016. I began competing in triathlons in 2019. I have multiple coaching certificates that include not only swimming, but nutrition and triathlon. This is my 5th year coaching Long Beach swim team.
docwhitmer@me.com
Ashley Harvey
Assistant High School Girls Soccer Coach
LBMS Girls Soccer Head Coach
Andrew Hermann
andrew.herman@lbsdk12.com
Thomas Hanes
Coach Hanes is a head coach for Long Beach Cross Country, and an assistant coach for Long Beach Track and Field, working primarily with long distance runners. Coach Hanes has seventeen years of experience, with the last three years as a Bearcat. Coach Hanes ran for Mississippi State University cross country and track teams, won two high school state championships in the 3200, and has head coached numerous regional championship teams.
thomas.hanes@lbsdk12.com
Courtney Ulrich
courtney.ulrich@lbsdk12.com
Andrew Hermann
This Ãs my 7th year at LBSD, I was a Special Education teacher for 6 years. During that time I Coached Middle School Football and Varsity Softball. This year I am teaching Biology and taking over the Powerlifting teams from coaches who moved on to different schools. I look forward to leading our power lifting team and working with the athletes to help them reach their goals.
andrew.hermann@lbsdk12.com
James Cochran
Coach Cochran developed a passion for shot put and discus when he was a middle school student in Memphis, TN. He had the opportunity to continue in the sport throughout his college career at Mississippi State University. After graduating, he has coached various student throwers in Mississippi and Texas and continues to compete in the sport as a hobby.
james.cochran@lbsdk12.com
