Jerry McGee Award of Excellence

In 1991 Jerry was named the executive director of the NCADA and held that position until his retirement in December of 2015. Jerry continued to serve the organization as Executive Director Emiratis until his death in January of 2019. 

In 2007, the NCADA created an Award of Excellence to honor his legacy. To be presented to an individual for loyalty to the NCADA and for contributions to the profession which represent excellence in achievement.

Jerry is a member of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame, the National Federation High School Hall of Fame, the National Interscholastic Administrators Association Hall of Fame and the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame. He has also been a recipient of the Order of The Long Leaf Pine, North Carolina’s highest civilian award.