Chagrin Falls High School speech and debate coach Corinne Lashley has been awarded the C. Frederick Snook Speech and Debate Coach of the Year Award for the Northeast OSDA (Ohio Speech and Debate Association). The prestigious recognition honors her exceptional dedication to students and the program while commemorating the legacy of the beloved and influential coach and teacher, Fred Snook, for whom this award is named.
Lashley puts in countless hours after school and on weekends, coaching students and adjudicating events throughout the region. As Cleveland OSDA leaders announced during the award presentation, she gives up almost every Saturday for competitions and coaching responsibilities while maintaining her commitment to family, often relying on FaceTime to stay connected with her toddler son while away at tournaments. "Corinne juggles it all like a rockstar," said colleague Courtney Polcar.
The Coach of the Year award recognizes not only coaching excellence but also the personal sacrifice and dedication that go into building a successful program. Lashley's students have benefited from her expertise, enthusiasm, and unwavering support as they develop critical thinking, public speaking, and argumentation skills.