Myrtle Beach High School Sanctioned Over Athlete Eligibility Violations

Myrtle Beach, August 11, 2025

News Summary

Myrtle Beach High School has been fined $7,750 by the South Carolina High School League due to athlete eligibility violations. The penalty follows the resignation of athletic director John Cahill after incomplete paperwork regarding three ineligible athletes. The fine was reduced from the original $10,250 following the school’s self-reporting of the discrepancies. In response, the school is working to rectify issues within its athletic department and has appointed an interim athletic director to lead the way.

Myrtle Beach – Myrtle Beach High School has been sanctioned with a fine of $7,750 by the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) due to violations related to athlete eligibility. This penalty comes after the resignation of athletic director John Cahill, who had been on administrative leave prior to his departure.

The original fine was set at $10,250, but the school successfully appealed to the SCHSL, which resulted in a reduced amount. The violations were attributed to incomplete paperwork concerning three athletes deemed ineligible during the 2024-2025 school year.

Following the discovery of the eligibility issues, Myrtle Beach High School took the initiative to self-report the discrepancies to the SCHSL. The league recognized the school’s compliance and cooperation during this process, which played a role in the decision to lower the fine.

Cahill had been serving as the athletic director since 2011 and concluded his tenure on June 30. His departure follows a period of administrative leave that started on May 7, which was reportedly due to a “failure to complete job responsibilities.”

In light of these recent events, Myrtle Beach High School is actively working to address and rectify concerns within its athletic department before the commencement of the 2024-2025 academic year. The school is focused on standardizing procedures to enhance the overall excellence of its athletic programs.

As part of this transition, Joe Quigley has been appointed as the interim athletic director. The search for a permanent successor to Cahill has currently been put on hold as the school addresses existing issues and strives to maintain transparency within the community.

The SCHSL has acknowledged the proactive steps taken by Myrtle Beach High School in reporting the eligibility issues and is working with the school to ensure adherence to all league regulations moving forward.

Background

The South Carolina High School League is responsible for overseeing and regulating interscholastic athletics in the state. These fines serve not only as punitive measures but also as reminders for schools to adhere strictly to eligibility requirements. The responsibilities of the athletic director include ensuring all athlete eligibility paperwork is accurately completed and submitted, a duty that encompasses the integrity of the entire athletic program.

In the wake of these issues, Myrtle Beach High School aims to reinforce its commitment to complying with SCHSL guidelines and fostering a strong athletic environment for its students. The school’s administration hopes that by taking these corrective actions, the athletic program will emerge stronger and more organized in the upcoming academic year.

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