Bill Roach

Husband / Father / Educator / Christ Follower.

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

TM2 161 Case Roach 6'4 180 Travelers Rest SC 2020 Highlight https://t.co/71N0KNNR32 via @YouTube

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

Congratulations to our very own Chief of Staff, Ms. Christy Junkins, for being named a 2026 South Carolina Women in Business honoree!

This prestigious program celebrates outstanding women across South Carolina who are driving innovation, strengthening organizations, and making a lasting difference in their industries and communities. 

Ms. Junkins' ability to build relationships, inspire others, and execute bold ideas with precision and purpose makes her a transformational leader who consistently turns vision into measurable impact.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Junkins on this incredible achievement!

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

Congratulations to Coach Andy Hallett on being named Head Baseball Coach and Athletic Director at Midlands STEM Charter School! With nearly 30 years of experience, Coach Hallett has built a remarkable legacy in high school baseball and athletics, and he now brings that leadership to the Mavericks. We look forward to seeing MSCS continue to strengthen its reputation for excellence both on the field and in the classroom.

Read more in this article from @thestate - https://t.co/KyvWjCdTTG. #MoveTheNeedle

[Jayden Barton @JaydenBarton_]

Committed 🦅 #Carson-Newman #TalonsUp

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

School Choice Week is a reminder that one size does not fit all in education, and that every family’s story is different. As South Carolina's fastest-growing authorizer, we believe every family deserves the freedom to choose a school where their child can truly flourish as a leader of the next generation. We are honored to support schools that partner with families and expand opportunity across our state. #MoveTheNeedle #NationalSchoolChoiceWeek

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Why Coaching Is Harder Than People Think (A Holiday Reminder)…

Because coaching isn’t just about plays, drills, or game nights.

It’s about people.

It’s about walking into practice every day and managing emotions you didn’t create but are responsible for.

Your own.
Your players.
Your assistants.
Parents.
Administrators.
Fans.

It’s about teaching kids who are all at different stages.

Different maturity levels.
Different confidence levels.
Different home situations.

And somehow holding them to the same standards while still meeting them where they are.

It’s about decisions that look simple from the stands but feel heavy from the sideline.

Who plays.
When.
Why.
How you communicate it.

And how that decision might land on a 16-year-old who ties their identity to minutes.

It’s about losing sleep over kids who won’t buy in.

Over conversations you need to have.

Over mistakes you replay in your head long after everyone else moved on.

It’s about being judged by people who see the outcome, not the process.

The scoreboard, not the hours.

The result, not the relationships.

And yet, you show up again.

You plan. You teach. You model. You care.

As the season slows and the holidays arrive, this is the reminder:

What you do matters.

Even when it goes unseen.
Even when it feels heavy.
Even when it’s hard.

Coaching is about influence. And influence lasts longer than any season.

That’s why coaching is harder than people think. And also why it matters so much.

As the year winds down, I hope you find a little rest, a little perspective, and a lot of pride in the work you’re doing.

🎄Happy Holidays, Coach.

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

We feel blessed too Coach! @Caseroach3

[Chuck Benson @CNHeadCoachB]

Blessed to have this guy!

[Carson-Newman Athletics @CN_Eagles]

Join us in welcoming former North Georgia and Anderson player @Caseroach3 to the banks of Mossy Creek. @CNHeadCoachB has hired him as the men's basketball program's new graduate assistant coach

📋 https://t.co/WbJPzi7d4z

@CN_Hoops x #TalonsUp x #GMTE

[Cliff Spammonds @CliffSpammonds]

PJ Hall with a breakout performance for the Hornets at Summer League vs. the Spurs:

11 PTS
5/8 FG
8 REB
4 BLK

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

Let’s go @Toby_Maddux25

[Toby Maddux @Toby_Maddux25]

Committed to The Hill @Shorter_FB
Can’t wait for this season!! Go Hawks💪

[Georgia Football @GeorgiaFootball]

Kings of the @SEC 👑

#GoDawgs

[Georgia Football @GeorgiaFootball]

The Dawgs take down No.1 in Austin

#GoDawgs

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

The PowerSchool team met with Coordinators and Leaders to share details regarding closures and makeup days due to Hurricane Helene. Superintendent Runyan shared his well wishes for ongoing recovery efforts and celebrated the ways the Institute family has supported each other.

[Scott Henry @CoachH40]

Need this right now…

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

@GVanachek @GeorgiaFootball If you are going to run your mouth have your facts right or shut up

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

@GVanachek @GeorgiaFootball We don’t play Alabama next week.

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

We're thrilled to share that Mr. Mike Sinclair has been promoted to one of our Superintendents of Schools. Working alongside leadership, Mr. Sinclair will continue to provide targeted support to Institute schools. We are excited to see his impact as we strive to #MoveTheNeedle!

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

Congratulations to Dr. Missy Brakefield on her promotion to Superintendent of Schools! Over the past 2 years, she has been instrumental in building our team's capacity. In her new role, Dr. Brakefield will support schools & collaborate closely with Institute & school leadership.

[Charter Institute at Erskine @ErskineCharters]

The @odyssey_online Board gathered in Columbia today for their annual Board Retreat. With the new school year quickly approaching, the Board and Institute team used this opportunity to strategize on how to best serve their growing student population and prepare for a great year.

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

@ErskineCharters

[Bill Roach @WFRoach]

What a wonderful day getting to hear Coach Willie Jeffries at the Willie Jeffries School of Excellence ground breaking.