Coaching is at least 80% of the high school game. It’s painful to lose a quality coach but you can’t blame the guy if he leaves. A higher salary not only allows a higher standard of living but also allows a larger contribution to retirement not to mention planning for his kids education.
Back some 25 years ago we (NHHS) had an opening and many applicants. We picked the wrong one when we had the opportunity for one that turned out to be one of the best. Decision set the program back for years.
I agree that coaches are underpaid as well as the teachers. We can do better, maybe not SC level, but better.
I am a NC high school sports fan. I love football in SE NC. It’s a lot more fun, from a fan’s perspective, when WRH, Clinton, East Duplin, James Kenan, and SWO are playing well. If Coach Johnson does leave, I hope you find a good one.