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Franklin City Schools has selected Timothy Dunaway as its next head varsity baseball coach, the district announced. The hiring is pending school board approval.

Dunaway brings more than two decades of coaching, player development and athletic experience to the Wildcats’ program.

He founded the Dayton Sting Baseball Club in 2006 and currently serves as head coach of the organization’s nationally ranked 16U team. During his time with the program, Dunaway has helped develop numerous players who have gone on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels.

“We are thrilled to welcome Coach Dunaway to the Wildcat family,” district administration said in a statement. “His extensive coaching background, commitment to fundamentals, and deep familiarity with high school athletics make him an exceptional leader for our baseball program and student-athletes.”

A Kettering Fairmont High School graduate, Dunaway competed in multiple sports during his youth before moving into coaching and education.

Dunaway previously worked as a media specialist with Dayton Public Schools and currently serves as a building substitute at Mark Twain Elementary in Miamisburg.

His experience in high school athletics also extends beyond coaching. Dunaway is an active Class 1 official in six sports — baseball, softball, basketball, football, volleyball and girls flag football.

Dunaway resides in Miami Township with his wife, Amy. He has two children.

Franklin is counting on Dunaway’s extensive background in player development and familiarity with the region to help guide the next chapter of the Wildcats’ baseball program.

Franklin senior goalkeeper Aliyah Donisi reached a significant career milestone Tuesday, recording her 1,000th varsity save during the Wildcats’ girls soccer matchup against Ross.

Donisi, a senior captain and four-year varsity letter winner, entered the match with 999 career saves. She didn’t have to wait long to reach four figures, making save No. 1,000 on the first shot she faced. The milestone adds to an impressive four-year career in goal for Donisi.

She recorded 249 saves in 18 matches as a freshman in 2023 before making 304 saves in 18 matches during her sophomore season. Donisi followed with a career-high 307 saves over 18 matches as a junior in 2025.

Donisi has continued to anchor Franklin’s defense during her senior season and has surpassed 1,000 career saves in 63 varsity appearances. Her achievement reflects four years of consistency, leadership and dedication as one of the Wildcats’ defensive leaders.

Donisi’s milestone also highlights the durability she has displayed throughout her career. She has been Franklin’s primary goalkeeper since her freshman season and has twice recorded more than 300 saves in a season.

Oakwood Schools has announced Matt Morrison as its next varsity baseball head coach, pending approval by the Oakwood Board of Education at its October meeting.

Morrison brings more than 15 years of baseball coaching experience to the program, including 12 years as a head coach. He previously served as a head coach at Dayton Christian, Calvary Christian in Kentucky, Middletown Madison and Dunbar.

Morrison played college baseball at Miami University Middletown and Cedarville University.

“Coach Morrison has over 15 years of baseball coaching experience,” Oakwood Schools Athletic Director Tyler Rhodus said. “Coach Morrison has extensive knowledge and experience working in high school athletics, which brings a unique and valuable perspective to the Oakwood baseball program. I am excited to have Coach Morrison leading the Oakwood baseball program and have the utmost confidence that he will create a culture that is instilled in hard work, commitment, and positive attitude and effort.”

Morrison said he is excited for the opportunity to take over the Lumberjacks’ program.

“I’m incredibly excited and thankful for the opportunity to lead the Oakwood baseball program,” Morrison said. “I’m honored to serve the student-athletes at Oakwood and look forward to coaching, mentoring, and helping them grow both on and off the field. We will respect and honor the foundation that has been built before us, recognizing the players, coaches, and families who have helped shape this program. Our goal is not to forget the past, but to build upon it. Go Jacks!”

Morrison is a 2011 graduate of Cedarville University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in sport management. He lives locally and currently teaches at Dunbar High School.

Morrison will meet with Oakwood students and families in grades 9-12 interested in playing baseball this spring during a brief introduction Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

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