After 25 years with Boerne ISD, Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Director Terry Gault announces his departure to Northeast ISD. Join host Kerry Barbosa for an emotional conversation about Terry's journey from Boerne High School to Champion, the relationships he's built, and what's next in his career.

In this episode of the Boerne Brew, Terry reflects on his time working under legendary principal Sam Champion, growing up professionally alongside other athletic leaders, and the impact Boerne ISD has had on his family. He shares details about his new role at Northeast ISD working with Executive Director Jay Govan, and what it means to leave the district that shaped him as a leader.

Key Topics:

25 years of service to Boerne ISD

Memories of Sam Champion and Boerne's growth from one to two high schools

The new opportunity at Northeast ISD

Balancing athletic training with administrative duties

Future retirement plans and travel dreams

The emotional farewell to students, colleagues, and the community

YouTube Timeline:

0:00 - Introduction & Welcome to the Boerne Brew

0:39 - Announcing Terry's departure to Northeast ISD

0:58 - The unique opportunity at Northeast ISD

1:54 - 25 years at Boerne: From Boerne High to Champion

2:44 - Biggest changes in Boerne over the years

3:16 - Was it time to leave?

4:01 - The people who influenced the decision

4:51 - Jay Govan hiring former Champion staff

5:29 - Joey Cantu's departure - Two 25-year veterans leaving together

6:00 - Memories of Sam Champion

7:13 - How the job opportunity came about

8:26 - Interviewing with 13 candidates

8:42 - The conversation with Summer (Terry's wife)

9:31 - Emotional farewell to the Champion training room

10:00 - Overwhelming community support

10:30 - Saying goodbye to students and colleagues

11:00 - Last week emotions and finishing strong

12:03 - What the kids thought about the move

13:05 - The conversation with Stan Leach

14:00 - Growing leaders at Boerne ISD

14:59 - Hardest conversations: Students, Megan, and Gina

15:21 - New role at Northeast ISD

16:01 - Reshaping the athletic department

16:39 - Long hours and responsibilities

18:01 - Will the hours change?

19:24 - Thinking about retirement and TRS

20:34 - Travel plans: The world awaits

21:00 - What happens to the positions at Boerne?

21:39 - What are you most proud of?

22:36 - What will you miss the most?

23:00 - Final thoughts and farewell

Original Air Date:  March 7, 2026, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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