At the December school board meeting, Lakers hired Bill Comai as the Athletics and Legacy Center Director. Bill is a 2002 graduate of Lakers who attended Western Michigan University, earning his bachelor of science in physical education. He has work experience as a fitness coach, gym manager and owner, and has a strong record of demonstrated leadership over his entire career, serving most recently as lead pastor of Journey Church in Livonia. Bill was selected by a panel of eight coaches, parents, teachers, administrators, and board members. He emerged from a pool of 19 applicants, from which six outstanding candidates were interviewed for the position. Key priorities for the committee were leadership, integrity, experience in the field, personal communication ability, accountability for coaches, and vision for the future of Laker students and athletics. “We are very excited to welcome Bill Comai and his family back to Laker Country,” said Laker Superintendent Brian Keim, noting Bill will begin Jan. 4, 2021. Bill and his wife, Krista, also a Laker grad, and their two sons are excited about moving back to the Thumb. “We’ve always had a soft spot for Laker Country,” Bill said. The Athletics and Legacy Center Director position interested Bill because it will allow him to work with the school and the community. “When the opportunity came available (to apply for this position), it seemed like a good fit and something to pursue,” Bill said. He sees the position as a great way to invest in the Laker community, which is very important for him. He said the fact that the Legacy Center will be used by the school and the community make it a distinctive facility – one that not many school districts have. Because of this, his position is quite unique, as well, he said. “We’re entering into some uncharted territory – a blank slate,” he said. While this poses a bit of a challenge, it’s something that Bill is excited to take on because of the great potential that lies within the Laker Legacy Center. “I’m looking forward to seeing everything roll out and being a part of this new chapter. It’s an exciting time to be in Laker Country,” he said. Post navigationPreviousPrevious post:Laker Bands perform Christmas tunesNextNext post:Parent Newsletter – HCHDRelated postsCheck out what’s NEW!July 13, 2021Two athletes on All-Star teamsJune 24, 2021Legacy Center Open Gym ScheduleJune 11, 2021Hueschen recipients excited for next adventure at MSUMay 26, 2021Two big changes coming to Lakers in 2021-22May 18, 2021Update from Mr. Keim regarding mask wearing in schoolMay 17, 2021
