Ferguson looking to bring success back to her hometown

For the Enquirer

Christy Ferguson, formerly the head softball coach of Hartselle and Danville, has been named the new head coach at her alma mater of Falkville High School.

“I guess I’m going to touch base with every school in Morgan County,” Ferguson said with a laugh. “In all seriousness though, I’m happy to be at my home school and I hope this is where I end my career.” Ferguson was part of Falkville’s first state championship team in any sport in 1987 when she helped the Blue Devils win a softball title. Falkville was also where she had her first head coaching job in 2011-12.

Now she’s back to lead the program once again.

“We had our first workout the other day, and when I walked in the door it felt like home,” Ferguson said. “It felt like I’d never left.” It’s been 10 years since Falkville has reached the state softball tournament, but Ferguson has plenty of experience. In addition to her state championship as a player in 1987, she also won three as an assistant coach at Hartselle (2000, ’02, ’03) and two as a head coach at Hartselle (2014 and ’18). She led Danville to the state tournament in 2023 as well.

Ferguson believes she can have similar success at Falkville.

“I actually got to watch all their (Falkville) games at regionals and they were just a game away,” Ferguson said. “They ended up losing to Hatton who’s now moving up to 4A, so I think that opens the door for us.” “Do I think we can get there this year? I’m always going to strive for that, but I think by next year for sure we can reach that goal,” Ferguson added. “I think if you’re not talking about a state championship then why are you coaching? I know one thing, once you’ve had a taste of that blue map, it’s addicting.”