Putnam County R-I Schools Names Brian Quint 2026 Homecoming Grand Marshal

UNIONVILLE, MO — Putnam County R-I Schools is proud to recognize Brian Quint, PCHS Class of 1990, as the 2026 Putnam County Homecoming Grand Marshal.
For Quint, Putnam County has always represented more than a school or a place on a map. It represents family, teammates, teachers, coaches, community, and generations of pride in the blue and white.
Long before he was cheering for his own children from the stands, Quint was one of Putnam County’s standout student-athletes. He competed in football, basketball, and track while also excelling in the classroom as a member of the National Honor Society.
Some of his fondest high school memories came during the historic 1989 football season. Putnam County completed an undefeated regular season and defeated South Shelby, Monroe City, and Butler on its way to the State Championship Game.
More than three decades later, Quint still describes the bond among that group as a brotherhood. Many of those teammates remain close today, often reminiscing about the special season they shared.
Quint was also an accomplished track athlete. During his senior season, he earned four medals at the State Track Meet, highlighted by second-place finishes in both the 400-meter dash and 4x400-meter relay.

The People Behind the Accomplishments

When Quint reflects on his years at Putnam County, his memories extend far beyond wins, losses, medals, and records.
Among those who made a lasting impact was Coach Dave Mitchell, who coached and mentored Quint during high school and continued to follow and support his athletic career after graduation.
Quint also fondly remembers Mrs. Marilyn Carr, a teacher whose kindness and patience in the classroom left a lasting impression.
Both represent the coaches and teachers who helped make Quint’s Putnam County experience about much more than athletic accomplishments.

An All-American Career

Following his 1990 graduation from PCHS, Quint continued playing football at Graceland University, where he became a three-year starter.
His collegiate career culminated in an exceptional senior season. Quint led the nation with 11 interceptions and earned unanimous First Team All-American honors.
Yet, as impressive as his own athletic accomplishments were, some of Quint’s greatest memories in blue and white have come years later—as a father watching his children represent Putnam County.

A Family Tradition in Blue and White

Brian and his wife, Megan, share a blended family of five children, all of whom reside in Unionville.
His sons Cody, Carson, and Carter are Putnam County graduates who continued the family’s athletic tradition. Cody was a four-time State Golf qualifier. Carson helped set Putnam County basketball records and earned a State Track medal. Carter earned All-State baseball honors after helping Putnam County reach the Final Four.
Brian’s bonus daughter, Ada, is now a freshman at Putnam County and competing in softball.
For Quint, watching the next generation make its own memories has added another chapter to his connection with Putnam County.
He has also spent much of his adult life giving back to the sports that meant so much to him. Quint coached his children as they grew up, served as president of Putnam County’s fifth- and sixth-grade football program for 15 years, and has officiated football for 32 years and basketball for 22 years.

A Lasting Pride in Putnam County

When Brian talks about Putnam County, one word stands out: pride.
It’s the pride that comes from representing your school and community, from watching teammates become lifelong friends, and from seeing the next generation put on the same blue and white you once wore.
Brian was proud to represent Putnam County as a student-athlete. Years later, he has had the opportunity to watch his children create their own memories and accomplishments here. Someday, he hopes to sit in the stands and watch his grandchildren continue that tradition.
For Brian, that pride is bigger than any one athlete, team, game, or season. It’s about generations of families supporting one another and being proud to call Putnam County home.
His message to today’s students reflects many of the lessons he learned along the way: work hard, be dedicated, give everything you have, find something you enjoy, and learn from both your successes and your mistakes.

An Honor With Special Meaning

This year’s Grand Marshal honor carries an especially personal meaning for Quint.
When his mother learned her son had been selected, she was excited about the honor and wanted to make sure the Homecoming assembly and parade were recorded so she could watch them.
Sadly, she passed away just a few weeks before this year’s Homecoming celebration.
Quint describes his mother as his biggest supporter, making her memory an important part of a day that celebrates not only where he has been, but also the people who helped him along the way.
From an unforgettable career as a Putnam County student-athlete to becoming an All-American, raising his family in the community he loves, and spending decades giving back to athletics, Brian Quint’s story is one of hard work, commitment, and a lasting connection to Putnam County.
Pride in family. Pride in community. Pride in the blue and white.
Putnam County R-I Schools invites students, alumni, families, and community members to join us in congratulating Mr. Brian Quint, PCHS Class of 1990, our 2026 Homecoming Grand Marshal.
Quint will be recognized during the Homecoming Assembly at 9:00 a.m. and will lead the Homecoming Parade at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026. The celebration continues that evening as the Putnam County Midgets host the Marceline Tigers at 7:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming alumni and community members home as we celebrate the people, memories, and traditions that make Putnam County special.
Congratulations, Brian, and welcome back! 💙🤍🏁