(From Wayne Central School District Home Page)

Wayne Central School District is proud to announce that Bill Thomson has been awarded the Class A Tom Downey Coach of the Year in Section V for the second time and also the Finger Lakes East Boys Basketball Coach of the Year for the sixth time in his coaching career. The honors bestowed upon him by his coaching peers recognize Thomson’s outstanding dedication and achievements in guiding the Wayne Central School District boys basketball team to excellence. Thomson has coached boys basketball at Wayne Central School District for an impressive 33 years, with 22 years dedicated to coaching at the varsity level.

Bill Thomson’s coaching success is anchored in his commitment to building strong connections with players, emphasizing rapport, and working to enhance their individual and team performance. Motivated by a desire to see his players surpass their expectations, Thomson’s coaching philosophy revolves around achieving higher levels of success, instilling teamwork, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. His unwavering dedication to these principles has not only molded successful athletes but has also significantly contributed to the positive development of the entire Wayne High School Basketball Program.

The Class A Coach of the Year recognition was celebrated at the Section V Coaches Banquet on Thursday, February 29, at the Rochester Institute of Technology Conference Center. Thomson’s peers and colleagues gathered to honor his exceptional coaching achievements and contributions to the basketball community.

Wayne Central School District extends its heartfelt congratulations to Bill Thomson on this well-deserved accolade and looks forward to continued success under his leadership in the years to come.