Patrick Henry’s Cook resigns from head coaching position
Patrick Henry’s Eugene “Blue” Cook is resigning from his position as head coach of the Lady Patriots girls basketball team.
In five seasons with the Lady Patriots, he earned a 90-42 record with four postseason appearances and a final four. They also set a school record for most wins in a season.
Cook says that none of his staff will be returning to the program either.
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