Teresa Goninan Named WIAA District 5 Middle School Athletic Director of the Year

Quincy Middle School's Leader Honored for 25+ Years of Dedication

Teresa Goninan has done the unglamorous work that keeps Washington middle school athletics running smoothly for nearly three decades, and the WIAA has finally given her the recognition she deserves. The Quincy Middle School athletic director was named the 2025-26 WIAA District 5 Middle School Athletic Director of the Year, a well-earned honor that reflects her relentless commitment to students, staff, and the Quincy community.

Since taking over as athletic director in 2000, Goninan has been the invisible backbone of Quincy Middle School athletics. Fields are reserved. Buses are scheduled. Officials show up. Event workers are recruited. Equipment arrives on time. These are the details that separate smooth-running programs from chaotic ones, and Goninan has mastered every single aspect of the job while also serving as a physical education teacher since 1989.

Leadership That Extends Beyond Quincy

Goninan's impact reaches far beyond Quincy's campus. She represents District 5 middle schools on the WIAA Representative Assembly and has served as secretary of the North Central Washington Middle School League for over two decades, shaping athletic policy and governance across the region. Her fingerprints are on the infrastructure that allows thousands of young athletes in central Washington to compete safely and fairly.

Quincy Middle School Principal Scott Ramsey understands what Goninan brings to the program. "Teresa is known for her consistent dedication to her students, QMS athletics, and her colleagues," Ramsey said. "She is always looking for ways to improve the experience students receive in her classroom and on the athletic field. Her ability to organize the demanding job responsibilities of the athletic director is unmatched."

A Model for Athletic Administration

In her classroom, Goninan teaches the fundamentals: teamwork, discipline, and healthy habits. As athletic director, she demonstrates those same principles through meticulous planning and preparation. Every aspect of the operation reflects her organizational excellence and forward-thinking approach to student athletics.

The Quincy School District's recognition of this award underscores what generations of students, families, and staff members have known for years. Goninan doesn't just manage athletics at Quincy Middle School, she champions them, ensuring every young athlete has the best possible experience competing for the Quincy Coyotes.

As the 2025-26 athletic season unfolds, Goninan will continue her tireless work, proving once again that the most important roles in sports often happen far from the spotlight.

This article was created with AI assistance. Stats and results sourced from public records.