Schutt Sports Regional High School Coaches of the Year

West Regional Tom Joseph Mountain View HS (Mesa, Az.) 2003: 13-1, 5A East Valley Regional Finalist Record at school: 27-1, 2 years Career record: 94-40 Tom Joseph’s Mountain View High School football program has established an incredible tradition. In the 25-year history of the school, Mountain View has won eight state championships. That success has helped Joseph get his message across to his players. “We are coaching and teaching football and we do that every day,” Joseph said. “But for me, the best thing about being in this position is having a chance to influence these young people. As a coach, that’s really what you want to do.” Joseph believes that laying the foundation for being a good person is more important than being a good football player. “You have to take care of your responsibilities and you have to take care of your grades,” Joseph explained. “That’s