Riding off into the sunset after a 40-year coaching career didn’t go unnoticed.
The West Virginia Schools Athletic Coaches Association honored Moorefield longtime coach Dennis Hill along with other distinguished coaches in an induction ceremony for the WVSACA Retired Coaches Hall of Fame during the WVSSAC Boys Basketball State Tournament in Charleston.
Coach Hill is best known for his coaching career with the Moorefield Football team during the epic six state titles won in a span of eight championship appearances and would be big a head coach and defensive coordinator in a total of 46 playoff games, but his passion for coaching extended helping his wife Charlotte develop the Yellow Jackets Softball program and capped off his career as the MHS athletic director.
Coach Hill is still quite active in sports after watching his children David Hill and Morgan See play sports and become coaches themselves, but now following on the sidelines of his grandchilden’s adventures into sports and numerous hobbies to keep him rolling gathering no moss and bringing joy to his retirement years.
Coach Hill helped his son-in-law Josh See during his tenure as the Moorefield Football head coach and kept close tabs on the rest of his family including the football coaching career of his son in South Carolina.
Booming so much more than a coach, but a teacher and a mentor to those walking the halls of Moorefield High School and beyond as the entire community embraced him for unwavering leadership, integrity, character, sportsmanship, compassion and faith developing the students into better citizens in life.
Coach Hill and other members of the WVSACA Retired Coaches Hall of Fame had the opportunity to impart more knowledge and great stories to these in attendees at the banquet.
“Moorefield High School would like to congratulate Coach Dennis Hill, retired teacher, coach, mentor, and friend for his induction into the WVSACA Retired Coaches Hall of Fame. Coach Hill was honored during the Boys State Basketball Tournament, making this recognition even more special. We are incredibly thankful and grateful for his years of dedication, commitment, and impact on Hardy County Schools and athletics. His legacy will continue to insure students and athletes for years to come. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor,” From the desk of Moorefield High School principal Amanda Campbell.
Former MHS student-athlete Adam Snyder noted of Coach Hill: “No one more deserving of this. A true staple in the community and sports in Moorefield. A legend to say the least. Congratulation Coach Hill.”
Coach Hill’s daughter Morgan See and granddaughter Darah See joined him for the presentation on the hardwood in the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.
Dennis Hill graduated from Petersburg High School in 1975, where he was a multi-sport athlete competing in football, basketball, wrestling, and track. He continued his education at Shepherd College, playing football and earning his degree in 1979.
Following graduation, Dennis began his professional career with Boise Cascade and later worked for American Woodmark Corporation. In 1984, he began what would become a lifelong passion for coaching at Moorefield High School, serving as Defensive Coordinator and coaching both the offensive and defensive lines.
In 2000, Dennis became Head Football Coach, leading Moorefield High School to the State Championship game, finishing as runners-up. He returned to the role of Defensive Coordinator and line coach in 2001 before once again becoming Head Coach in 2004, guiding the team to a semifinal appearance.
Throughout his coaching career, Dennis fulfilled a lifelong dream: coaching in a state championship football game. He was blessed to coach in eight state title games, winning six and runners up in one as Head Coach. Over his years as both head coach and assistant, he participated in 46 total playoff games, including those eight championship appearances.
After stepping away from coaching for several years, Dennis returned to education in 2009 as an ELL Teacher for Hardy County Schools. In 2010, he became Moorefield High School’s Athletic Director, serving in that role until his retirement in 2020. From 2013 to 2018, he also served as an assistant football coach, again working with both offensive and defensive lines.
Dennis’ dedication extended beyond football. He coached junior high girls’ basketball, leading the 7th-grade team to an undefeated season and the 8th grade team to a single-loss year.
Alongside his wife Charlotte, they helped establish the Moorefield High School softball program and served as the volunteer coach during its first two seasons.
In 2023, Dennis was inducted into the Moorefield High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
Dennis reflects on his career with gratitude:
“I have been so blessed to be involved in high school athletics, both as a player and a coach. I hope I have been a positive influence on the players at Moorefield High School.” He credits his former coaches at Petersburg High School – Joe Painter, Dave Cooper, and Dave Jones — as well as his coaches at Shepherd College — Walter Barr, Dr. Jacobs, and Coach Leuck — for laying the foundation for the man and coach he became. He also recognizes the invaluable support of his parents.
Most importantly, Dennis honors his late wife, Charlotte, whom he describes as his greatest supporter and the rock of their family. As his son often reminds him, “Dad, I don’t think you know how much Mom liked you coaching.” Dennis credits Charlotte for making his career possible and for being the foundation for their family.
Dennis is the proud father of Morgan Hill See and David Hill and a devoted grandfather to Darah and Margo See and Savannah and Mason Hill – who truly have his heart.
