Winder-Barrow High School Names New Head Football Coach

Winder-Barrow High School is excited to welcome Russell DeMasi as the next Head Football Coach for the Bulldoggs. The Board of Education approved the hire at the January 6 meeting.

Coach DeMasi has more than a decade of coaching experience at both the high school and collegiate levels. During that time, he served in roles ranging from Offensive Coordinator and Quarterback Coach to Assistant Coach and Interim Head Coach. His teams have had winning records and have made it to the quarterfinals several times.

“I’m truly honored to join the GG Family. I am committed to pouring everything I have into developing our student‑athletes into exceptional students, competitors, and community leaders.”

Coach DeMasi says he feels connected to the Barrow County community because his wife’s family lives here, and he also coached with former WBHS Head Football Coach Phil Jones during his time at Shorter University.

“Winder-Barrow carries a proud legacy, and we will push the program forward every single day. Our team will be defined by humility, effort, accountability, and toughness. These core values will drive us toward a championship standard. My family is looking forward to joining such a tight-knit community, and we are so excited to make Winder-Barrow our home. Go, DOGGs!”

WBHS Principal Rebbie Lichliter adds, “This is an exciting moment for our school and our community. Throughout the process, it was clear that Coach DeMasi brings energy, vision, and a deep commitment to our student-athletes. I am truly looking forward to working alongside him as we build a program centered on excellence, character, and pride—one that represents who we are and is something all stakeholders can be proud of.”

The first official practice under Coach DeMasi’s leadership will be shared with the team and families soon. Our community is invited to a meet and greet at WBHS on January 28 at 6:30 p.m.

More about Coach DeMasi

EXPERIENCE:

• Savannah Christian Preparatory School - Offensive Coordinator, QB Coach
• Wayne State University - Assistant Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator, QB Coach
• Calvary Day School - Offensive Coordinator, QB Coach
• Savannah State University - Interim Head Coach, Co-Offensive Coordinator, SPT Coordinator, QB/RB/WR Coach
• Shorter University – QB/RB Coach, SPT Coordinator

EDUCATION:

• Georgia Southern University, Bachelor’s Degree in General Studies
• Shorter University, Master’s Degree in Leadership