"I am very excited to be joining the positive movement in Middletown," Foust said in a release. "The Middies have had a tradition of proven success, and I am proud to be the next athletic director. I am looking forward to building relationships with the students, coaches, alumni and community of Middletown."
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Foust has a history of success with community relations, finances, and growing athletic programs. While at Norwood and Tippecanoe, he orchestrated fundraising efforts for new facilities, negotiated sponsorship contracts and received recognition by the Ohio State Auditors for clean finances. He works hard to connect with the community through social media, alumni, and current students.
"He brings to us a wealth of experience in the field and some outstanding skills that will take us to the next level with athletics," Middletown principal Carmela Cotter said. "He is excited to be on our team and to become part of our Middie family as we strive for future success."
Foust will work with Cotter, Middletown Middle School principal Michael Valenti and district administration to grow the athletic department, encourage more students to participate in sports and build relationships with the parents and students at Highview Sixth Grade Center and the seven MCSD elementary schools.
"With all of us working as one, I know we can revive the Middie Magic," Foust said..
A graduate of Norwood High School, Foust attended the University of Toledo and Xavier University and received his Athletic Administrator Certification from the University of Maine.
While in college, Foust received a full scholarship for baseball and was drafted and signed by the Philadelphia Phillies. He also signed as a free agent with the Chicago White Sox.
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