CAPTION: Garrett Huddleston started on February 3 as the new sports coordinator at the Hutchinson Recreation Commission. He will be in charge or coordinating and implementing youth and adult sports programs. CREDIT HUTCH REC
By Kate Irelan
Garrett Huddleston has been hired as the new sports coordinator at Hutch Rec and started Feb. 3 in his new role.
Huddleston will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of youth and adult sports programs at Hutch Rec and will assist with the hiring process of new sports and support staff.
According to a press release from Hutch Rec, Huddleston is a Hutchinson native and has a sports background that includes previous roles at the Wichita Wind Surge and Wichita Thunder.
“At Hutch Rec, Huddleston will also work with volunteer coaches and assist with the recruitment, hiring, and training of sports officials and support staff,” Amy Conkling, Hutch Rec assistant executive director said.
Huddleston’s office is in the Hutch Rec Downtown location and is part of the Sports & Aquatics division.
“Huddleston graduated with a bachelor’s degree in sports management from Fort Hays State University in May 2023. He also graduated with a master’s degree in sports management from Wichita State University in December 2024. When he is not at work, Huddleston enjoys playing and watching basketball and spending time with his family and friends,” said Conkling.
Huddleston said, “The ability to give back to the community that I have lived in for so long really drew me to Hutch Rec. I look forward to pursuing Hutch Rec’s mission of providing lifelong wellness as well as expanding our diversity and the number of participants within all recreational programs.
For more information about the youth and adult programs at Hutch Rec, visit their website, https://www.hutchrec.com/ or call (620) 663-6179. The Hutch Rec office is located at 17 East 1st Avenue.
