Students and faculty alike flocked to the athletic hallway on Tuesday morning to explore an “office garage sale” led by Coach Bill Ross and his advisory. Over the 26 years Ross has spent at SPA, his office has housed a growing collection of Spartan apparel and sports memorabilia. With his upcoming retirement, the physical education teacher and varsity football and softball coach began to consider what to do with the contents of his office at the end of the 2016-2017 school year. “ [Coach] Gallagher said [,“] A lot a stuff in here, what are you gonna do with it [?”]… I pondered for a second and said [,”] I think I’m gonna have a garage sale.””

Coach Ross led his advisory in organizing his possessions and selling them to students and faculty for just $1.00 each. On top of directing the sale, Coach Ross decided that all proceeds will be donated to the homeless. “There is always a dude on I-94 and Lexington when I ride my bike to school. I’ll get a gift card from Cub and bless the guy,” said Ross. Ross will be able to assist not only one man, but many homeless people. After just 45 minutes of the sale being open, $68 worth of items were sold. “Every item in my office is significant to me. So many fond memories,” said Ross.  Coach Ross will be missed, and his commitment to helping others and dedication to SPA athletics will always be greatly appreciated.