Day tabbed as new athletic director at Wooster High
Joey Day is the new athletic director at Wooster High School.
The Wooster City School District recently announced, pending board approval, Joey Day will be the new director of athletics. Day brings experience and a track record of success in athletic administration.
Day holds a bachelor’s degree in sports management from Ashland University, a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Trine University and a master’s degree in sports management from Cleveland State University. He is a certified athletic administrator recognized by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.
Serving as the director of athletics at Marysville High School for the past six years, Day oversees 27 sports programs and 100 coaches. He played a role in a $12 million stadium renovation and a $1 million gymnasium renovation. Before Marysville, he held athletic director positions at Kenton High School and Harvest Preparatory School, focusing on fostering collaboration among coaches and enhancing athletic facilities. He oversaw the design and construction of a field house for Kenton City Schools.
Day’s achievements have been recognized with the Athletic Director of the Year from the Ohio Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association in 2022, the OIAAA Bruce Brown Award of Excellence in 2024 and being named to the 40 Under 40 list by Coach & Athletic Director Magazine in 2021. His coaching experience includes roles at Wooster High School and Baldwin Wallace University, where he helped guide the Yellow Jackets to a top 25 national ranking.
When asked about this new role, Day said, “First, I want to sincerely thank the search committee and administrative team at WCS for this incredible opportunity. This position represents a unique chance to contribute to a district known for its proud tradition of excellence, both in the classroom and on the field. I am excited to begin this new chapter and look forward to engaging with student athletes, coaches and families. I want to honor the existing traditions while also looking at ways to grow and be innovative together.”
“Mr. Day brings a wealth of experience and expertise, along with a deep commitment to the Wooster community that will be invaluable in his new role,” Superintendent Gabe Tudor said. “We look forward to welcoming Joey to the team.”
Day currently resides in Delaware and will transition to Wooster this summer. For more information on Wooster athletics, visit www.gowoo.org.