Husband/Father of 4, Former LoyolaU N.O. Coach - Pitcher at Delgado CC & Univ. of New Orleans, MPM Certified, State Champion Coach, 2009 La 4A Coach of the Year
This day has been a blessing to our family. My first child was born 23 years ago (left us to be with the Lord two days later) and my teams have won every time we played on April 12th! I’m glad we can give you this gift! A piece of my heart will always be in Heaven. Bailey Anne ❤️
My boy was crowned “Mr. Football” The students got it right and picked the most selfless player. 9th - CB, 10th - All District Safety, 11th - Safety/OLB/DE, and 12th - QB! Plus he led the team in their devotion today!
#servantleader
#teammate
#deserving
#humble
My daughter has decided to continue her softball career at Coastal Alabama- South. I am beyond elated for her. She has continued to grow as a person, as well as a softball player. One more year of high school then it’s off to Bay Minette, Al.
#thegrassisblue
#prouddad
#deserved
Haven’t said much about my program on Twitter. But, this has to be one of the biggest turnarounds 1 of my teams ever had- 2018 Varsity 13-18, JV and 8th grade teams were winless; 2019 - Varsity 18-13 (6th most wins in program history), JV 8-4. Varsity starts playoffs next week.
My man
@jodyschmelzer
with a phenomenal word about FAITH. Faith is believing that the promises of God are in between me and my circumstances 🙏🏻🙌🏻
@eastcoastbball
showcase
#ForHim
The house got 6-8 inches inside. We were not home. We made it through total destruction after Katrina and bounced back. My prayers continue to go out to those who are affected mentally, physically, and monetarily.
#bounceback
#timetoserveothers
🙏🏻
God, Please be with me today. This is always a tough time for me. As you know, 21 years ago today I held my daughter as she took her last breath. Bailey, I love you and I know you are watching over your sisters and brother.
#nopainlikethis
#BAT
#forevermy1st
I know I know, a baseball coach taking a small vacation during the season 😳 (but is it really a rule?) don’t worry we practiced today and I will be back for our game Monday!
#thegrassisblue
#happywife
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Devyn Bailey Christine Mills has officially made me a Grandfather, aka Pops! From the moment she grabbed my finger my heart melted. YES she already has me wrapped. I pray that God will bless and guide her journey, so she can change the world for His Glory.
#thegrassisblue
Today is my daughter’s 19th birthday. When she was born, she fought hard for 2 days but didn’t make. The greatest part of this, is she is my other children’s guardian angel. Keep watching over them, I love you! Happy Birthday, I miss you everyday.
Man this is awesome! Before the game we discussed giving all the glory to God, win or lose. This is a special group and I’m glad I get to play a small part in their success!
#thegrassisblue
I only received Coach of the Year because of what my players did. I was fortunate to be along for the ride. It is such an honor to be named Coach of the Year for our Parish. There are so many great coaches in our Parish that do a phenomenal job everyday!
#thegrassisblue
Congratulations to Jude Cooley, Dalton Sabathe, Jacob Clifton, and Trey Turnage for making All-Parish; and to our Coach for being named All-Parish Coach of the Year!
#thegrassisblue
Honored that he asked me to pray with him. Even though I’m not coaching this year (I’m the Athletic Director), he sought me out for our annual prayer. I love you son, you are already a better man than me.
#blessed
#prouddad
Our annual 1st game Prayer. May God use Trey on and off the field as the leader he is destined to be; and provide him with His hand of protection.
#Godschild
#football
#leader
#proudfather
Colleges can start contacting Athletes Sept 1st of their junior year. So my baby girl, who was cut from 5 teams as a 12 year old, has been contacted by a Division 1 school early this morning. So proud of her and how hard she has worked. God is good.
#persistence
#dreamscometrue
I’m in awe of his resilience and stepping up in some of the biggest games this year! Please know that God is central in his life and he is honored to be able to play this great game!
#thegrassisblue
#prouddad
Trey Turnage was voted as Co-MVP of the district. Through our 10 game schedule Trey had a .391 BA, .543 OBP, 1 Double, 2 Triples, 7 RBIs, and 11 Runs scored. On the mound Trey threw 14.1 innings with a 2-0 record with 1 save, surrendering 4hits, 0 runs, and 17Ks.
Checkout my son’s invention. He came up with this idea for pitchers who don’t have a partner to throw with. I hope you like it and enjoy using this to throw better curveballs.
The first victory at my new school came in an extra inning affair. It was definitely an exciting game. Proud of my team and the way they fought. A lot of big moments led to the victory.
#1stonedown
#thegrassisblue
Cardiac Kids!! Both victories tonight came in the bottom of the last. Game 1 came in the bottom of the 8th and Game 2 in the bottom of 7th.
#thegrassisblue
When you think about youth baseball in St Bernard Parish, you thought about Coach Tucker, Coach Baiamonte, and Coach Kamlade. He coached the 14U all-stars for around two decades. He was the last coach to prepare you before you entered high school. The world has lost a great man.
As my daughter walked across the stage today, so did we. Our 4 years at Westminster has come to a close. We grew so much as a family and within the word of God. It was well worth it. Now it’s on to Pearl River.
#living4God
#greatmemories
#newchapter
#thegrassisblue
Happy Birthday to my independent child who follows her dreams and refuses to adhere to the norm. You are a great blessing and inspiration to our family. Love you and have a blessed day.
Samantha was given the “Most Outstanding Leader” award as voted on by the faculty, staff, and students. This award only goes to one person on the entire campus each year. She continues to amaze me by living like Christ.
#prouddad
#thegrassisblue
#Godschild
Last night was a special one in the Turnage household. My mom and Britney came in, Samantha cheers, Rachel is the cheer coach, Trey got in last night at WR for more than half the game, and I coach. Plus the Crusaders are 2-0. A night to remember.
#family
#love
#heart
#crUSaders
Resilient and Believer are two words that describe my daughter. She started as a pinch hitter, then got some part time starts, eventually the every day 1st baseman, 3 hole hitter, and now 1st team All-Conference (Division and entire Conference). I love her journey, no other way!
I worked with Coach Collins at Chalmette. Our last year together the football team went 10-0 and the baseball team went 21-8. Both were district champs. Let’s recreate that magic!
#thegrassisblue
When you win a State Championship together, you have a bond for life. I just bought my wife a car from a State Champion Linebacker. Always have each other’s back.
#champs
#bond
#love
Still pondering the question, how can someone have an .825 ba, 6 homeruns, 38 RBIs, 22 walks, only two strikeouts in 107 plate appearances and not make Allstate? Samantha said, "that's OK, I work hard for my team to win, not for others."
#motivation
#we
👀U
Samantha’s 1st D1 hit! It was a 2 RBI single. If you know her journey, you know this is huge! I’m so proud of her! Her journey continues to add great stories!
#thegrassisblue
After an overtime lost, I walk into the fieldhouse and this is what I see. So proud of this young man. Taking pride in what is yours will guide you on the right path in life. He is a product of all the coaches who poured into his life.
#sports
=life
#humble
#leader
My boy looked good today. At the plate he went 0-1 fly out to right. At SS he turned a double play and made a play behind second. He pitched 1 inning going 1, 2, 3 (K, 6-3, F3).
#freshmanszn
#2024
#3
Samantha Turnage using the core velocity belt. Hit 2 of 3 out (1. RC, 2. Look in the taller trees, 3. Off the fence). She is a 2021 and led the Nation in batting average and on-base percentage.
Unbelievable group of young men who deserve this accomplishment. I’m grateful I was chosen to be their Head Coach! The Grass Is Blue! Strike Your Arrows!
#thegrassisblue
After much research, I’ve discovered our 20th victory has set the single season wins record. Congratulations go out to all of our players and their hard work. In 1977, Pearl River finished the season State Runner-Up, which is the overall best finish in PR history.
#thegrassisblue
We evacuated to Minden during Katrina. My brother played his senior year of football at Minden High, my son was born in Minden, and my wife’s family lives in Minden. I am excited to go back.
#specialplace
#greatmemories
#thegrassisblue
@EricPeterson713
@RavenBaseball
Coach, I had the pleasure of calling your regional games on TV. You run a first class program and I’m glad I had the privilege to witness it first hand.
Well ... I am the new Athletic Director at Westminster Christian Academy. We won the last two baseball games. The softball team won 3 out of the last 4. My daughter is leading the Nation in Batting Average!!!
#crusadersquest
#moretocome
As a coach, I take the weight of every lose. I feel like I let my players down and that feeling makes me sick to my stomach! I live with every lose and give all the credit to the players when we win! I have to be better. Sorry Guys!
#coach
’smindset
#personal
#lovemyplayers
This award definitely describes my son. He is willing to put in the work and do whatever is needed. Also, this is how he lives his life. He is a defender of God and people. He is always making sure that no one is getting picked on or bullied around him. Proud of you son!
Trey asked me on Monday to work with him everyday this week. End result: 7-12 with 2 triples, 7ip giving up 3 runs and a W. Received player of the game, all tournament team, and finished runner-up.
#hardwork
#determination
#leadershipskillsinthemaking
Coach: What are you doing? Player: Trying to lose the Game! -No player ever says that. Understand that every team commits errors, walks batters, strikeout, etc. So, I started the leader board, we tally leadership moments (how do you bounce back after adversity) .. more to come
Today felt like the end of the year! Emptied every trash can, organized the storage shed, collected uniforms, disinfected and mopped the locker room. But I am still believing that we will be back this year. 🙏🏻 Let’s work together to stop the spread of the virus.
Completed my first FULL MARATHON!! I listened to
@byrnes22
book the entire race. Coincidentally, when he spoke about getting a coke after mile 16, I was crossing mile 16. Thanks for taking time to talk to us
@BrianCainPeak
house.
I’m a big believer that you have to see what being elite looks like before you truly understand it! Once you grasp it, it becomes up to you to work for it or feel it will be to hard. Your eyes become open, reality sets in, and that’s when true separation from others take place.
Before the game I talked about our team’s standards, beliefs, and motto. I discussed that words on a wall or back of a shirt is just words. You have to truly believe in them in your mind and heart every pitch no matter what. Tonight my guys truly believed “The Grass Is Blue”.
What a great day for the
@eastcoastbball
to have the opportunity to play at the beautiful
@SumrallAthletic
baseball facility. 2024 Trey Turnage
@TurnageTrey2024
went 2 for 2 with a 2 out RBI 2B, 1B, and a walk. Pitched 1 inning, striking out 1, allowing 1 hit and 0 runs.
#ForHim
Well, our first victory is in the books. Baseball team battled all game. Extremely proud of our effort. Also, shoutout to my wife on her first high school victory as a head coach.
#crusadersquest
#psalms89
:1
I came in town to attend my great aunt’s funeral. I had to stop by my firstborn‘s place of rest. There has not been a day that has gone by for the last 19 years that I haven’t thought about her. Bailey, I love and miss you.
#yellowbutterflies
#betterdad
All you opinionated coaches telling people travel ball this, travel ball that, blah, blah! Biggest rip off is competition dance! Look into that, one outfit per dance and can’t return it after, and only danced in it 5 times, low end: $3,000 high end: infinity
#dancedadprobz
😂🤫
Happy Thanksgiving 🍽🍁🦃Our Family tradition is to wear ties. Whatever makes my dad happy, the best part is that we are all here together.
#tradition
#keepthemgoing
#family
My baseball Twitter wish is for
#uncommitted
to go away and never be used again. Once a player is committed please continue to @ the university, brag and be proud that your hard work paid off. For everyone else, keep grinding, and I’m rooting for you!