Scott Tillery
Class of 2017
Scott Tillery emerged as one of the most accomplished multi-sport athletes in Huntsville history, excelling at Grissom High School before continuing his success at Auburn University and beyond.
A South Huntsville native, Tillery first developed his love for sports at Logan Park, where neighborhood games helped spark what would become a standout athletic career. At Grissom, he lettered in football, basketball, and baseball, earning recognition across all three sports. As a quarterback, he received All-State honors and was selected All-City on both offense and defense, showcasing his versatility and leadership.
On the baseball field, Tillery’s performance was exceptional. Over four seasons, he compiled a 22-4 record, highlighted by an outstanding senior year in which he went 11-1 with 116 strikeouts in 85 innings and a remarkable 0.82 earned run average. His achievements earned him All-City recognition, a spot in the East-West All-Star Game, and the Hertz No. 1 Award for Alabama.
Despite receiving an appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Tillery chose Auburn University, where he initially played football before focusing on baseball. Under coaches Paul Nix and Hal Baird, he transitioned from starting pitcher to closer, contributing to the Tigers across four seasons while also earning recognition as one of Auburn’s Top 10 Scholar-Athletes.
After graduating with a degree in chemical engineering, Tillery began a distinguished career with NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, where he has served for decades as a lead engineer. His work has earned honors including the Silver Snoopy Award and the Director’s Commendation Honor Award.
Tillery’s journey—from overcoming early physical challenges to excelling in athletics and engineering—reflects determination, talent, and a lifelong commitment to excellence.
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