July 2023 Volunteer of the Month - Zack Corbett

Our July 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Zack Corbett. When asked why Zack should be recognized as our volunteer of the month, Melinda Matheson, our city’s Recreation Supervisor stated, “Zack is very willing to coach almost every sports program his children are in. As an example of his willingness and dedication to the community, this baseball/t-ball season, Zack is coaching three teams. He is coaching 2nd grade coach pitch, kindergarten t-ball and prek t-ball. This means he will be involved Mon-Thurs, for the next four weeks. That is a lot of time to give. He also coaches basketball and flag football during their seasons. When Zack coaches, not only does he put the time and effort into coaching, but he also makes an effort to teach and help all the athletes he coaches to improve, learn the rules and have good sportsmanship. Zack is a great example of what we look for in coaches.”

Zack grew up in Payson and has been a resident of Santaquin for the past six years. He is married to his sweetheart, Chenylle, who is very supportive of his coaching, and they have three beautiful children, ages 8, 6, and 4. He works in sales and earned his master’s degree in business from the University of Massachusetts. In his free time, he enjoys everything sports (participating, watching with his family, and coaching), especially golf, football, and basketball. When asked why he loves coaching, he said, “It is a great experience interacting with the kids, and I feel it is important to set a good example for them. Being involved in sports helps them stay out of trouble and associate with other kids their age in a positive way.” Zack also stated that he is so grateful for the other parents who help out during the games, and he knows he couldn’t do it without them.

Thank you, Zack, and other parents, for helping in our recreation programs. Your volunteer spirit inspires the next generation to do and be good.