04/14/2025
Sidney City Schools is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin D. Foust as the district’s new Director of Athletics, pending board approval. Welcome JD!
With over 15 years of experience leading athletic departments across Ohio, Foust has a track record of strengthening athletic programs, developing coaches, and prioritizing student-athlete achievement both on and off the field.
“We are so excited for JD to be joining Sidney City Schools,” said incoming Superintendent Greg Snyder. “His experiences and background make him a perfect fit for Sidney Athletics.”
A Proven Leader in Athletic Administration
Foust most recently served as Director of Athletics for Middletown City Schools, overseeing both middle and high school programs since 2019. During his tenure, he:
Revived the Middletown Athletics Hall of Fame
Partnered with MLB’s Kyle Schwarber to reestablish youth baseball in the city
Led facility renovations in gym, baseball, softball, and track facilities
Balanced the athletic budget in his first year and maintained fiscal responsibility since
Created partnerships with Under Armour, BSN, and Coca-Cola
Launched the “3 Sport Award” to encourage student-athlete participation
“Across the board, the interview committee recognized how well-rounded JD is,” said Snyder. “His hiring process, his ability to support coaches professionally, and his dedication to student growth are second to none
Foust’s professional journey includes previous roles as Athletic Director at:
Tippecanoe High School
Norwood City Schools
Richard E. Lindner YMCA
In these roles, he raised over $850,000 in athletic funds, improved athletic participation rates, completed major facility upgrades, and led several OHSAA tournament events. He has been nominated for honors including:
OHSAA Southwest District Board Representative
SWOADA Athletic Director of the Year
OIAAA Meritorious Service Award
NIAAA Jim Rolfes Professional Development Award
Foust is a Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) and holds certifications through the NFHS in areas such as Sportsmanship, NCAA Eligibility, Concussion in Sports, and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness). He studied at the University of Toledo and Xavier University, earning a Bachelor of Science in 2007.
Looking Ahead at Sidney
As Foust steps into his new role, he joins a district that is proud of the foundation laid by outgoing Athletic Director Mitch Hoying.
“We are very grateful for all that Mr. Hoying has done for Sidney Athletics,” Snyder said. “It’s nice that Mitch will still be in-house to help facilitate the transition, but we are excited for JD to enact his own vision and move our student-athletes to even greater heights—both on and off the field.”
Foust shares that enthusiasm:
“I’m thrilled to join the Sidney community and contribute to a district with such strong traditions and spirit,” said Foust. “I look forward to working with students, coaches, families, and community members to build on the district’s proud athletic legacy.”
