THE OFFICIAL SITE OF
Centerville High School Athletics

Brandon Hon serves as the Director of Athletics at Centerville High School, where he leads one of Ohio’s most respected and successful high school athletic departments. With two decades of experience in elite collegiate athletics, Hon brings a championship mindset and a commitment to innovation, leadership, and student-athlete development.

Before arriving at Centerville, Hon built an impressive career coaching at the highest levels of NCAA Division I athletics, including stops at Florida State University, Texas A&M University, the University of Illinois, and the University of Cincinnati. Throughout his collegiate career, he coached and mentored numerous All-Americans, conference champions, and Olympic-level athletes, helping elevate nationally recognized track and field programs.

At Florida State University, Hon served as Director of Sprints, Hurdles, and Relays and played a key role in one of the most successful periods in program history. During his tenure, the Seminoles captured 12 ACC team championships, while athletes under his guidance earned 30 All-America honors and 16 ACC titles. His coaching excellence was recognized nationally when he was named the USTFCCCA South Region Women’s Indoor Assistant Coach of the Year in both 2018 and 2019.

A former standout hurdler at the University of Cincinnati, Hon was the Conference USA Champion in the 400-meter hurdles in 2001 and later qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials in 2004 and 2008.

Today, Hon leads a thriving Centerville Athletics program that supports over 1,000 student-athletes competing across 29 varsity sports, guided by more than 200 dedicated coaches and staff members.

In his first year as Athletic Director, Centerville Athletics achieved remarkable success on the field of play. The Elks captured 17 Greater Western Ohio Conference (GWOC) team championships and celebrated three programs finishing in the Top 10 at the OHSAA State Championships. The most historic achievement came from the Centerville softball program, which advanced to the OHSAA Division I State Championship game and finished as state runner-up, the most successful seasons in program history.

Hon also oversees the operations of one of the most active athletic departments in the region, including hosting OHSAA postseason tournament competitions in 14 different sports, further establishing Centerville as a premier destination for championship athletics in Ohio.

Beyond competitive success, Hon has prioritized innovation and modernization throughout the department. In his first year, he founded the Elks Sports Network (ESN), bringing Centerville Athletics into the modern digital era through professional, television-style live broadcasts. ESN not only enhances storytelling around Centerville student-athletes, but also provides valuable educational opportunities for students and staff interested in broadcasting, media production, and sports communications. The platform has also created new sponsorship and revenue opportunities that directly benefit Centerville student-athletes.

Hon has also overseen several facility improvements designed to enhance the student-athlete experience, including the installation of a girls wrestling locker room, construction of a new softball press box, and the installation of turf on the baseball infield to improve field conditions and reduce weather-related disruptions.

Recognizing the importance of brand identity and fan engagement in modern athletics, Hon led the development of updated department branding, including the new Centerville Elkhead logo and CHS mark, while also enhancing the game-day experience for fans through live band performances at games and NBA-style lighting shows in the gymnasium. These initiatives have helped energize the Centerville community while also creating additional sponsorship-driven revenue streams, including a newly upgraded LED scorer’s table with rotating digital advertising.

Leadership Philosophy

Hon’s leadership approach centers on creating opportunities for student-athletes to thrive both on and off the field. He emphasizes building championship cultures, developing strong partnerships with the community, and continually evolving athletic programs to meet the demands of the modern era. Through innovation, strategic planning, and a commitment to excellence, Hon strives to ensure that Centerville Athletics provides a first-class experience for student-athletes, coaches, families, and fans.