Bennie Bennett received his bachelor of science degree in physical education at Winthrop
in 1981. He later earned a master's degree in educational administration and supervision.
When men's basketball was started at Winthrop, was a member of the first team and
was the first male to score 1,000 points. As a player, he received numerous honors
and was elected team captain his senior year.
Upon graduating, Bennie began his career teaching physical education and coaching
junior varsity basketball in Clover. He moved to Fort Mill High School to teach physical
education and coach basketball at the high school level. He returned to Clover to
become head basketball coach at Clover High School and served as an administrative
assistant. He was later appointed assistant principal and athletic director at Clover
High School. In 1998, he became principal of Clover High School, a position he currently
holds.
Bennie was named Regional Basketball Coach of the Year five times. He was selected
as a mentor principal by the South Carolina Department of Education. Other activities
include United Way volunteer, mentor in the Big Brother program, and a member of the
York County Board of Disabilities. In 1997, Bennie received an Excellence in Education
Award given by the College of Education at Winthrop University.