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Former Escambia Academy Headmaster, Head Coach Hugh Fountain Passes Away : NorthEscambia.com

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Former Escambia Academy headmaster and head football coach, and current W.S. Neal coach Hugh Fountain passed away Monday at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Fountain was a native of East Brewton and coached at Escambia Academy from 2012-2021 before moving to W.S. Neal from 2022-2025. He also coached at Charles Henderson High School in Troy [...]

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‘Absolutely heartbreaking:’ W.S. Neal’s Hugh Fountain leaves legacy of character, discipline

W.S. Neal head coach Hugh Fountain died Monday night after a short battle with cancer. Coaches and the community were reacting to the news Tuesday.

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WSNs Hugh Fountain loses final battle - The Brewton Standard

Hugh Fountain’s playbook turned the final page on Monday. W.S. Neal High School’s head football coach died at the age of 61 following a brief battle with cancer. Just one week ago, students and faculty at the East Brewton school gathered to form a prayer circle as Fountain made the journey to a Houston, Tex., medical facility to begin treatment for cancer. Fountain, a 1982 graduate of W.S. Neal High School, became a coach at multiple schools put…

3 days ago·Brewton, United States

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Former Escambia Academy Headmaster, Head Coach Hugh Fountain Passes Away : NorthEscambia.com

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Coach Fountain passes away

By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer W.S. Neal High School head football coach and athletic director Hugh Fountain passed away Monday, March 24, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, after a brief illness.Fountain, who coached high school football in Alabama public and independent schools for nearly 40 years, starred on the gridiron at W.S. […] The post Coach Fountain passes away appeared first on Atmore News.

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The Enduring Legacy of Coach Hugh Fountain: A Heartfelt Tribute to Alabama's Beloved Mentor

Hugh Fountain, a celebrated football coach from East Brewton, Alabama, left a profound impact through his dedication to sports and life lessons. His coaching career spanned decades across several schools, including Charles Henderson and W.S. Neal, emphasizing character building and leadership over merely winning games. Fountain’s battle with cancer showcased his resilience, inspiring communities with his courage and determination. His legacy is …

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