Dennis Hill
Pioneer High School
Impact Statement
“I’ve always said, if they are willing to put in the work, I’m willing to take the credit.” -Denny Hill
Biography
Hill, a member of the Michigan High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame, has led the Pioneer boys swim team to 12 state titles and the girls to 10 such championships when honored by the NHSCA. His girls’ squads have posted a dual-meet record of 338-31-2 for an amazing win percentage of 91-percent. In the past season the Pioneer girl’s team finished the season by being ranked No. 1 in the nation.
Since being named the Coach of the Year in 2003, Hill continued to lead Pioneer and leaves quite a legacy. After 45 years Hill retired all together from coaching. He finished his career with 31 State Championships, 15 with the Boys and 16 with the Girls. He also coached the boys to 16 runner up finishes and the girls to 8 2nd place finishes.
In February of 2013, Hill won his 1,000 victory.
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