Chris CwikContributing writerTue, November 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM UTC·1 min readTravis Turner, a football coach at Union High School in Virginia, was declared a missing person by Virginia State Police on Sunday. As of Monday afternoon, police were still searching for Turner, who disappeared with his team in the midst of an undefeated season.
Turner, 46, was reportedly last seen Thursday. He was wearing a gray sweatshirt, gray sweatpants and glasses, per WCYB.com. Police were sent to Turner's residence Thursday as part of an unrelated investigation, but Turner was not there. Police said they did not go to Turner's house to arrest the coach.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOn Friday, police confirmed they were performing an active search in Wise County, where Union High School is located. Police did not confirm whether the search was related to Turner's disappearance.
That same day, a Wise County Schools staff member was placed on leave with pay, per WCYB.com.
"At this time, a staff member has been placed on administrative leave with pay while an external agency reviews an allegation that was reported to us. This is standard procedure and not a determination of wrongdoing. The division cannot comment further."
Officials have not identified the individual placed on leave.
On Saturday, police confirmed they were still searching for Turner. He was officially added to the Virginia State Police missing persons database Sunday.
That search continued Monday, with police officials saying they've used drones and K9 units to try and find Turner.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Union Bears are a perfect 12-0 to begin the season. The team last played Saturday, defeating Graham 12-0. Union's next game is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 29.
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