Carr has both taught and coached students at Gridley High and Sycamore schools for nearly a decade. Photo courtesy of Tammy Carr

GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) – Gridley High School Coach Ron Carr has announced his decision to move on from his position with Gridley Unified School District.

Carr has both taught and coached students at Gridley High and Sycamore schools for nearly a decade, with a focus on football and basketball.

On Aug. 11, Carr shared on social media that, “after being blessed with a few different opportunities, I have accepted a position at a small school in Oroville called BASES. It was a decision I did not take lightly.”

Carr writes, “To my players — many of you I have known and coached since you were in sixth grade, whether on the basketball court or the football field. I have watched you grow, not just as athletes, but as young men of character. Over the past seven years here in Gridley, you have all left an imprint on my life that I will carry forever. I hope I have been able to impact your lives in some small way, because you have certainly made me a better coach, teacher, and person. And to your parents, thank you for your support and for allowing me to be a part of your sons’ lives over the years.”

Carr will be missed.