Meet Your Coaches
Cross-Country
Head Coach: Bernie Hendrickson
Assistant Coach: Stephanie Salgado
Ms. Salgado has been teaching at FMS for the past 19 years. She has had the pleasure of coaching at FMS for the past 12 years. She has coached Track & Field, Soccer, and now Cross Country. Before her time at FMS, she coached soccer at Del Campo High School for 6 years! She loves coaching all three sports and looks forward to many more years. She loves helping student athletes grow both on and off the field. From building endurance and speed to fostering teamwork and discipline, she has been committed to developing not just competitive athletes, but confident, resilient individuals. Coaching has been more than a role—it’s been a passion and a purpose for her.
Girls Volleyball
JV Girls (6/7th grade)
Head Coach: Andi Agles
Coach Agles is a teacher of 20 years all of which have been at Folsom Middle School. Agles has been the coach of the JV girls and boys volleyball teams at FMS for ten years. She also spent two years coaching at the high school level. Coach Agles has also coached track & field for five years. Agles loves getting to know students outside of the "school setting".
Varsity Girls
Head Coach: Aaron MacDonald
Coach Mac has been teaching for 26 years. He has had the pleasure of teaching at Folsom Middle School for the past 12 years. Mr. Mac has been the head coach of the JV and Varsity girls volleyball teams for the past 12 years. He is in his second year of coaching the Varsity boys volleyball team. He loves coaching volleyball because it is such a challenging sport. There's a lot of satisfaction that comes from seeing the athletes' daily improvement. It's great we are all working together toward a common goal to improve, win games, and have fun.
Boys Basketball
JV Boys (6/7th grade)
Head Coach- Antwon Hazzard
Coach Hazzard is a teacher of seven years, five of which have been at Folsom Middle school and the other two at Wheatland High School. He is currently the teacher for the Counseling Enriched Program in the Special Education Department. Coach Hazzard has been a High School Football coach and Junior College Football coach for the past 24 years. He has been a coach for track & field for high school teams for 10 years. Hazzard is passionate about helping students grow athletically and socially. Coach Hazzard values every opportunity to support all athletes' development on and off the field and court. Coach Hazzard enjoys coaching a variety of sports and is looking forward to another great year coaching track & field at FMS as well as the JV boys basketball team.
Varsity Boys
Head Coach: Matt Shaw
Coach Shaw is entering his fourth year of teaching at Folsom Middle School as a 7th grade history teacher. He is coaching JV boys basketball team and the Varsity boys soccer team for his third season. He also is in his second year coaching the track & field team. Mr. Shaw has coached multiple sports in the past from T-Ball to youth basketball, soccer, and flag football. He has been a part of sports for his entire life as he played football and soccer growing up, and he even played wheelchair basketball in college! Mr. Shaw is passionate about coaching as it gives him the opportunity to inspire young student athletes and form connections with them outside of the classroom.
Girls Soccer
Head Coach: Patrick Burke
Coach Burke has been a teacher for 17 years and is going into his 12th year at Folsom Middle School. Coach Burke began coaching the Varsity girls soccer team in 2022, the year the sport was added to FMS Athletics. We have found a lot of success so far, going 30-2 and winning the league championship all three seasons. Mr. Burke loves building connections with his athletes and seeing them improve throughout their time at FMS.
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Girls Basketball
JV Girls (6/7th grade)
Head Coach: Stephanie Bell
Coach Bell has been a teacher for 11 years. She has been teaching at Folsom Middle School for the past nine years. Bell spent one year as the head coach for the JV girls volleyball team. She then added to her coaching duties as the head coach of the JV boys basketball team for six years, and currently in her fifth year as the JV girls basketball coach. Bell has also coached at the high school level for five years. Coach Bell has also been coaching the track & field team for 10 years. Miss Bell loves the relationships that she has built. Coaching allows her to get to know students outside of the classroom and see them in a different way. Our school is so large, so coaching gives Bell the opportunity to get to know even more students. These relationships last long after the time they spend together. She gets to continue to watch them grow as players and humans!
Varsity Girls
Head Coach: Aaron MacDonald
Coach Mac has been teaching for 26 years. He has had the pleasure of teaching at Folsom Middle School for the past 12 years. Mr. Mac has been the head coach of the Varsity girls basketball team for the past seven years. Prior to being a head coach, he was an assistant basketball coach for five years with Sutter and Folsom Middle Schools. He loves to see the development of the kids' basketball skills and their competitive drive. It's great we are all working together toward a common goal to improve, win games, and have fun.
Boys Soccer
Head Coach: Matt Shaw
Coach Shaw is entering his fourth year of teaching at Folsom Middle School as a 7th grade history teacher. He is coaching JV boys basketball team and the Varsity boys soccer team for his third seaon. He also is in his second year coaching the track & field team. Mr. Shaw has coached multiple sports in the past from T-Ball to youth basketball, soccer, and flag football. He has been a part of sports for his entire life as he played football and soccer growing up, and he even played wheelchair basketball in college! Mr. Shaw is passionate about coaching as it gives him the opportunity to inspire young student athletes and form connections with them outside of the classroom.
Wrestling
Head Coach: Tom Ward
Assistant Coach: Ney Vencer
Assistant Coach: Jack Navarrette
Hello, my name is Tom Ward, and I have had the privilege of serving as the Wrestling Coach at Folsom Middle School for over 30 years. Throughout my career, I have poured my heart and soul into the sport, driven by a passion for not only teaching wrestling techniques but also fostering personal growth in every athlete I work with.
Wrestling has been a significant part of my life from an early age. I started my own journey on the mat in my youth, and the lessons I learned during those formative years—about discipline, perseverance, and teamwork—have remained with me ever since. I believe these principles are essential for success both in and out of the sport, and I strive to instill them in my students.
My coaching philosophy is rooted in creating a supportive and encouraging environment, where each athlete is empowered to push their limits and reach their full potential. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to coach a diverse group of young wrestlers, each bringing their unique strengths and challenges to the mat. I relish in watching them grow not only as athletes but also as individuals, developing confidence and resilience along the way.
In my tenure at Folsom Middle School, I have implemented various training programs that cater to different skill levels, ensuring that every wrestler, whether a beginner or an experienced competitor, finds their place and feels motivated. I emphasize the importance of building a strong foundation in technique and physical conditioning while also encouraging strategic thinking during matches. The thrill of competition is something I cherish, and I work diligently to prepare my wrestlers for the challenges they will face on the mat.
My commitment goes beyond just coaching. I am deeply invested in building a sense of community within our wrestling program. I believe that fostering strong relationships among team members and creating a positive team culture are crucial to our success. I actively engage with parents, encouraging their involvement and support, as I see them as vital partners in our athletes' journeys.
Throughout my coaching career, I have witnessed countless transformations—both on the mat and in the lives of my wrestlers. I have seen shy, hesitant young athletes blossom into confident competitors who take pride in their achievements. I take immense satisfaction in knowing that I have played a part in shaping their experiences and aiding in their personal development.
As I reflect on my journey as a coach, I am filled with gratitude for the many friendships I have made and the lessons I have learned from my athletes. Wrestling is more than a sport to me; it is a way of life that has taught me the values of dedication, respect, and the pursuit of excellence. I look forward to many more years of coaching at Folsom Middle School, mentoring the next generation of wrestlers, and continuing to foster a love for the sport that has given me so much.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about my journey. I am excited for the future and all the potential it holds for our wrestling program.
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Boys Volleyball
JV Boys (6/7th grade)
Head Coach: Andi Agles
Coach Agles is a teacher of 20 years all of which have been at Folsom Middle School. Agles has been the coach of the JV girls and boys volleyball teams at FMS for 10 years. She also spent two years coaching at the high school level. Coach Agles has also coached track & field for five years. Agles loves getting to know students outside of the "school setting".
Varsity Boys
Head Coach: Aaron MacDonald
Coach Mac has been teaching for 26 years. He has had the pleasure of teaching at Folsom Middle School for the past 12 years. Mr. Mac has been the head coach of the JV and Varsity girls volleyball teams for the past 12 years. He is in his second year of coaching the Varsity boys volleyball team. He loves coaching volleyball because it is such a challenging sport. There's a lot of satisfaction that comes from seeing the athletes' daily improvement. It's great we are all working together toward a common goal to improve, win games, and have fun.
Track & Field
Head Coach:
TBD
Assistant Coaches:
6th Girls- Madison Lee
Coach Lee has been teaching at Folsom Middle School for seven years. She has spent three years coaching track & field at FMS. Lee is an avid runner and trekker. She loves being involved with cross country and track. Seeing each athlete strive to push themselves farther than they thought possible, brings her great satisfaction. Coach Lee loves being able to build relationships with students outside of the classroom, while also encouraging students to be active.
6th Boys- Cody O' Sullivan
Coach O’Sullivan is in his fifth year at Folsom Middle School. He has been coaching track & field for the past four years. Coach O'Sullivan is looking forward to assisting with track & field again this season. As a middle schooler and high schooler, he competed in football track & field. Coach O’Sullivan loves to see the athletes gain confidence while growing into their athleticism as well as enjoying the camaraderie of being a part of a team.
7th Girls- Nicole Barrie
Coach Barrie has been a teacher for 19 years and has taught for nine years at Folsom Middle School. Barrie has been coaching the track & field team seven years. Coach Barrie loves getting to spend time with the students and seeing how they grow in skills and confidence each day.
7th Boys- TBD
8th Girls- Stephanie Salgado
Ms. Salgado has been teaching at FMS for the past 19 years. She has had the pleasure of coaching at FMS for the past 12 years. She has coached Track & Field, Soccer, and now Cross Country. Before her time at FMS, she coached soccer at Del Campo High School for 6 years! She loves coaching all three sports and looks forward to many more years. She loves helping student athletes grow both on and off the field. From building endurance and speed to fostering teamwork and discipline, she has been committed to developing not just competitive athletes, but confident, resilient individuals. Coaching has been more than a role—it’s been a passion and a purpose for her.
8th Boys- Antwon Hazzard
Coach Hazzard is a teacher of seven years, five of which have been at Folsom Middle school and the other two at Wheatland High School. He is currently the teacher for the Counseling Enriched Program in the Special Education Department. Coach Hazzard has been a High School Football coach and Junior College Football coach for the past 24 years. He has been a coach for track & field for high school teams for 10 years. Hazzard is passionate about helping students grow athletically and socially. Coach Hazzard values every opportunity to support all athletes' development on and off the field and court. Coach Hazzard enjoys coaching a variety of sports and is looking forward to another great year coaching track & field at FMS as well as the JV boys basketball team.