A famous Union general, when reminded that there was no monument to his honor at Gettysburg, exclaimed, 'Hell, the whole battlefield is my memorial" Without honors for his achievements at St. Michaels High School, King Hill might readily accept that the entire St. Michaels wrestling program and the many fine young people leading creditable lives is a testament to him. At an early age Coach Hill determined to make teaching his career path. When an older brother introduced him to wrestling, he carried the interest to Edgewood High and then on to Western Maryland College.

At Western Maryland Coach Hill was fortunate to wrestle under the excellent tutelage of Sam Case. Coach Case was quite an inspiration to King Hill as he taught him not only wrestling, but also a lot about coaching. Accordingly, Coach Hill graduated from Western Maryland in 1966 with solid wrestling training and experience under an outstanding teacher.

King Hill visited St. Michaels High School where he agreed to teach Physical Education and to initiate a wrestling program. Thus began a 35 year teaching and coaching career which would last until 2001. And- then he would opt to continue as an assistant coach, which is where he is today. As one of the smallest schools in the state, St. Michaels was a challenging opportunity. First it was a matter of space to work out, then it was wrestling mats, and there was always a shortage of prospective wrestlers. "Somehow we always managed to fill the weights".

Over the years Coach Hill has served wrestling in many capacities- often as an official at a variety of tournaments, and as a coach at a variety of clinics and junior leagues. At one point King Hill was obliged to take a leave from the wrestling program. However, upon realizing that wrestling at St. Michaels was in a state of dissolution, Coach Hill resolved, with the confidence of the school, to revitalize the program and step back into the head coaching job.

In 1979, Coach Hill developed 2 district champions, one regional champion, and one state champion- Ray Carpenter. And- he would experience many more outstanding performances by his wrestlers. He has been eminently successful in passing his knowledge and experience to many young people.

All in All, it is for his exemplary efforts and sincere dedication coupled with his excellent leadership that we honor Coach Hill today.

King Hill retired in 2001. However, his desire for wrestling has never abated as he continues to serve as an assistant coach at St. Michaels. He and his wife, Marie, continue to live in Easton where they have raised 3 children- Carrie, Don, and Mike