The man who started Campbell High’s track program is being honored today

JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF)- At this afternoon’s five o’clock track meet on The Hill at Campbell High, a true Campbell County legend will be honored. John Faulkner will be recognized for his many years of successfully starting and coaching the Campbell County High School track program.

TOP PHOTO: Coach John Faulkner coached Williamsburg High School to the state track championship in 1974.

“Track was his love,” said Margaret Faulkner, John’s wife of 62 years come Friday. The couple married at Margaret’s parents home just outside London, Ky. “Our honeymoon was that night at Cumberland Falls, and then John was off to a meet over at Barbourville where he and his Cumberland College Indians competed,” said Margaret.

John and Margaret Faulkner celebrate 62 years of marriage on April 11.

“It means a lot at this age for him to be remembered and honored. He worked so hard over the years. John even drove the bus to the meets,” said Margaret.

Coach Faulkner had many great athletes along the way and several that excelled at state meets. “He pushed them hard,” said Margaret.

The Faulkner twins ran for their father with Jill claiming the state championship in the mile, and John was the state runner-up in the mile. “We were fortunate that both of them received scholarships; Jill to Auburn and John to UAB.

John Faulkner headed for a first place finish for Cumberland College.

Coach John Faulkner, a 1959 graduate of La Follette High School, served as head track coach from 1975 until 1989. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-04/08/2025-6AM-PHOTOS SUBMITTED)

8 Replies to “‘Track was his love’- Margaret Faulkner on John Faulkner”

  1. I love Mr. Faulkner. He was a great teacher and coach. Thank you for your service to our community sir.

  3. BOTH ARE WONDERFUL PEOPLE…CONGRATULATION ON THIS ACCOMPLISHMENT MR. FAULKNER…

  5. Coach gave me so much confidence in myself when I had little …thank you for those lessons catching a football..LOVE YOU COACH…

  6. I wasn’t a runner but Mr. Faulkner was kind to everyone. His recognition is well deserved.

  7. I am happy to see John get the recognition that he has earned.
    This is a couple that has quietly been an example to all of us. They have given so much of their time and energy meeting the needs of others. I have a beautiful framed puzzle that reminds me of their thoughtfulness. They have truly enriched our community.
    Love ya
    Martha

  8. John was both a great coach and a great teacher. He had such a positive impact on so many young men and women.

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