As the football season is nowmidwaythrough,Madill High School proudly showcases Mark “Deuce” Glenn II, a remarkable senior who has made a lasting impact on hispeersandthecommunity.
Glenn, a dedicated 12th grader, has been a part of the Madill School family since pre-K. He is the son of Mark and Kathy Glenn and has two siblings, Matthew and Deanna. Glenn said he cherishes the support of his grandparents, Loyd and Shirley Harkins and Henry and Kathleen Glenn, who have played a significant role in his life.
Throughout his high school journey, Glenn has been heavily involved in a variety of activities, including football, powerlifting, student council, National Honor Society, fishing club, speech and gifted and talented programs. Hispassionforsports, particularly football, shines through as he reflected on one of his favorite memories.
“Beating up on Kingston mysophomoreyear,weended up winning 43-16, and that is still to this day one of the best feelings of all time,” he said.
His journey has been filled with laughter, too. He recalled a hilarious moment from his sophomore year when a friend, Gage, attempted to chase him on an icy day and slipped, resulting in a memorable video captured by Mr. Ward.
“He called us into the office and showed us the video,” Markrecalledwithachuckle.
After graduation, he said heplanstoattendeitherEast Central University (ECU) or the University of Oklahoma (OU) to pursue a degree before moving on to dental school. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to his coaches for their unwavering support and motivation.
“Thank you for what you have done for me, he said. “Without the constant nagging from Coach Patt or Coach Pettigrew teaching me something on the d-line, I wouldn’t be where I am today in football.”
Glenn said he is especially thankful to his parents, who have always prioritized his well-being.
“My parents sacrificed so much for me. They would always put me before them in any situation, and that to me is being a true parent. Love you Mom and Dad.”
He credited his dad for inspiring his sports career and his mom for instilling the values of education and kindness. Coach Shaw has also been a significant figure in Glenn’s life, teaching him resilience both on and off the field.
“One of my favorite sayings from Coach Shaw is, ‘For everything you do and everything you don’t do, there are consequences.’” Tohisyoungerclassmates, Mark offered sage advice:.
“Don’t take high school for granted. These past three years have been the best of my life. Just remember to take it day at a time because before you know it, it will be senior year.”