Coach John Tyer is in his fifth year coaching at Arendell Parrott Academy, where he is the assistant athletic director and serves as an assistant coach for varsity baseball.

A proud 2014 graduate of APA, he was a three-sport athlete before going on to play four years of collegiate baseball at St. Andrew’s University.

Coach Tyer’s coaching journey has taken him through various sports and schools, including roles at Hoke County High, Greene County Middle, and Grover C. Fields Middle. He also has been coaching showcase baseball for seven years. One of his favorite coaching memories is winning the JV Baseball Conference Championship in his first year at APA.

His coaching philosophy centers on developing the whole athlete—physically, mentally, and emotionally—while emphasizing character, discipline, and lifelong growth.

Coach Tyer hopes to instill resilience, leadership, and teamwork in his players, helping them grow into confident individuals both on and off the field.

Fun fact: When he's not coaching, Coach Tyer enjoys spending time with family, fishing, and hunting.