February 2020 ROAR

A staple for the Rams Football program for many years, Brett Cummings addresses the varsity team during recent football action.
~ Photo by Connie Hill
A graduate of Belding High School,
Cummings was a gifted athlete where he
was a member of the “Team of Destiny,”
named due to a long string of playoff
successes from 1993 to 1999. That included
two state titles, six semifinals and four
state finals appearances. Cummings was
recognized by the MHSAA for 85 career
touchdowns from 1995-98, with 38 of
those coming in a single season.
His talent on the gridiron earned him
a football scholarship to the University
of Michigan. While there, he played in a
Rose Bowl game, with two of his teams
earning Big Ten Conference championships.
A gifted athlete, he also ran track
there from 2002-04. He graduated with a
degree in Kinesiology, majoring in physical
education instruction. He earned a
master’s degree in coaching sport performance
with an emphasis on strength
and conditioning, leading him to his
current position in the school system.
“Brent checks all the boxes,” says
Shibler. “He is an educator first, which
is a prerequisite for this position. Add
to that his history with Rockford, his
understanding of our culture, and his
outstanding personal and professional
achievements. He is a great fit.”
As for Cummings, he is eager and
ready to lead Team 108.
“I am extremely excited to be named
the head football coach for our Rockford
Football program,” shares Cummings.
“I look forward to working in my
leadership role and finding ways to
serve our current players and coaches.
Our coaches are ready to collaborate together
to put our plan in action. We have
all been blessed to serve as assistants
under Ralph (Munger) and fully understand
the time and dedication it takes
to build a successful program. There is
a lot of excitement within our football
program right now and we cannot wait
to take on this next season together as a
collective unit.”
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