Made mark not only as a successful Hermitage Springs coach in the 1950’s and ’60’s, but also later served as school principal. Won a district title with Lady Wildcat basketball team in the 1960’s, and also had successful teams at Union Hill and Mt. Vernon elementary schools. Continued to be heavily involved and support elementary and high school athletics as Hermitage Springs School principal from 1966-1980.

“This is very emotional for me,” the late Carver’s wife Blanche said.  “You have bestowed a great honor on my husband and he deserved it.  Thank you.”