We had a great two-year run and developed these young men both on and off the field in their: Faith, Family, Academically, and Athletically.. callie.harper@valorchristian.com. Increase the number of connections for your high school by sending athlete profiles to college coaches using the . Valor has a rich tradition of having a very high-level football program, not just in winning football games but in the way that we represent our community We dont plan on diverting from that. coaching staff. Im going to get in there, feel some things out, get to know our players, see what resources I have for assistant coaches and well go from there.. Since then he's assembled quite the staff. Alonzo Highsmith email - awh299@miami.edu. But I also really admire his passion. Assistant Strength Coach - Football. Prior to joining the Huskies, he served as head coach at Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch, Colo., beginning in March 2007, where he launched the football program. Valor Finalize 2019 Coaching and Football Operations Staff, Destroyers Announce CD102.5 as Team's Official Radio Partner for 2019 Season, Douglas McNeil III to Host 5th Annual Youth Football Camp, Nelson Named AFL Offensive Player of the Week, Valor Eliminated from Playoffs with 48-41 Loss to Soul. Returning for Evangel are four First Team All-Heart selections, with offensive lineman Derrick Johnson and wide receiver/returner Dillon Hester on the offensive side of the ball. I'm excited. Thursday will be just the fourth meeting against Clarke, who started its football program in 2019. In my attempt to Transform for Christ, I must use my anointed calling to Coach, Mentor and Disciple others; being a minister of God through the platform of Sports. I believe that these young people are much better prepared for the rigors of college athletics and academics after the experience of military training. After finishing 5-6 last season and 2-3 in the rugged Heart South Division, Evangel has seen several staff changes. McGatlin, 44, spent the previous 16 years leading Chatfield and won a Class 4A state football championship last season. We created some great friendships that will (last) a lifetime. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Washington Valor Head Coach Benji McDowell announced today the team's finalized coaching and football operations staff for the 2019 season, which includes Cortez Stubbs (Assistant Head Coach, Defensive Backs), Jeremy Grier (Assistant Coach, Wide Receivers), Kevin Huff (Assistant Coach, Quarterbacks), Dionte Savage (Assistant Coach, Offensive Line), John Peavy (Football Operations and Player Development Manager), Anthony Lott (Personnel Coordinator) and Shawn Cronin (Football Operations and Equipment Coordinator). interested in coaching? New Texas Tech football coaching staff. Start End Years Coach Name Record 2008 2012 Valor FootballRetweeted Ty Barwind @BarwindTy 13h Super blessed to announce that I have received an offer and have COMMITTED to Colgate University! When asked about collegiate football and military servicemen Dodd sees a natural connection. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. HIGHLANDS RANCH -- While the majority of high school football teams are going on their summer hiatuses right now, the off-season is just heating up for new Valor Christian head football coach Ed McCaffrey. darren.krein@valorchristian.com. U9 - 2014 GIRLS. From Arkansas State to Tulane to TCU, Dodd has seen the best of the best come through his programs, and has developed a sharp eye for talent and for what it takes to play football at the collegiate--and professional--level. Schmidt and his wife Kaitlyn were married in 2011 and recently welcomed their son, Ezra, in 2021. Nyumah led Evangel in rushing despite missing a portion of the season due to injury. To serve others so they can fulfill God's destiny and design for their lives. Both Swofford and Schmidt joined Evangel during the Spring of 2022 and will serve as Co-Special Teams Coordinators. Were thankful for his time (at Valor), Bonn said Friday. 1111 N. 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To lead in such a way that helps our students become men of integrity, servant leaders built for others, champions in Christ. For me CoachUp has been an extension of my coaching career. COACHING STAFF. Valor Christian and McCaffrey will open the fall season on Aug. 24, 2018 out of state. programs. Assistant Athletic Director | Head Boys + Girls Golf Coach. How Nick Saban's 2015 Alabama coaching staff changed the college landscape (3:27) Take a look at how how Nick Saban's 2015 Alabama coaching tree planted its roots throughout college football. Notable Coaching Staff. "It's been going great, I've been having the time of my life," McCaffrey said. Stubbs begins his second season on the Valor coaching staff after a six-year indoor football playing career, which included stints with the PIFL's Columbus Lions (2012) and Alabama Hammers (2013), where he won a championship, and the AFL's Orlando Predators (2013-14), New Orleans Voodoo (2015) and Tampa Bay Storm (2016-17). Assistant Athletic Director - Coaching Development. "I met him on the recruiting trail years ago and immediately connected with him. LSU will spend at least $17.5 million to pay its new football coaching staff in 2022. Sometimes you know when guys have 'it,' and Jay certainly has it. Because of their intensive training, Marines are taught to listen. Ed was officially announced as the head coach at Valor Christian back on Feb. 5. During his season at Texas, the Longhorns ranked third in the Big 12 in opponent yards per completion (13.5), fourth in pass efficiency defense (128.7) and fourth in opponent yards per pass attempt (6.8). We cant preach family and then be upset when someone goes and takes a job to be with family. The real storyline is that Donnie gets to go be with his grandkids in Texas. My faith, my family and football have been the three great loves of my life. It has given me an opportunity to teach young people to pursue greatness in every area of their life. To serve, love, and lead others to confidently live out their identity in Christ while glorifying God through the art of dance. Baseball Baseball: Twitter Baseball: Schedule Baseball: . Watch the interview posted above to see what McCaffrey says his biggest coaching challenge has been thus far, and what it will take for him to consider his first season a success. After serving as defensive coordinator and defensive line coach, McDowell was named interim head coach on May 16, 2018, after Washington started the season 0-4. Georgia football's 2022 coaching staff James Morgan March 16, 2022 6:47 am ET The Georgia Bulldogs coaching staff underwent a lot of changes in the 2022 offseason following Georgia's. "We have put together a staff comprised of guys, not only with coaching experience, but with recent experience playing in the Arena Football League," McDowell said. Grier's playing career spanned 10 seasons and included stops in the PIFL, af2 and AFL. And we have other coaches with kids on the team, and we coach with each other, and through each other and try to create a really positive environment for every kid.". Like others on the Illinois staff, Bart Miller's first full-time coaching gig was under Bret Bielema. "Luckily I've been blessed to serve the program.". Also returning defensively for Evangel are all-conference selections with defensive back Koel Orchard, defensive lineman Seth Cathey, and defensive back Nate Swofford. The Eagles compiled a 20-2 record in Yantis two seasons, going undefeated in the regular season both years before losing 21-0 to Cherry Creek in successive 5A title games. The move allows Yantis and his wife to move closer to their daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren in Texas, while also leading a program that posted six seasons with 10-plus wins in the past decade but was 7-5 in 2021. SERIES HISTORY Evangel is 3-0 all-time against Clarke who started football in 2019. Kyle Fredrickson was a general assignment sports reporter for the Denver Post who primarily contributed to coverage of the Avalanche, Nuggets and Rockies. Really excited. CLUB. He earned second-team All-Big Ten honors in 2008 and '09 and totaled 153 tackles, four forced fumbles and a pair of interceptions in 48 career games in helping the Badgers to a 37-15 record. We are really glad to have this group together heading into the 2019 season.". Defensively a pair of seniors return with defensive lineman Will Anoa'i and defensive back Athanie Leeviraphan. TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP Valor Soccer is supported by top-tier staff, which includes administrators, developmental directors, training specialists, and coaches. Head Girls Volleyball Coach | Athletic Academic Accountability. contact us. Fans can also receive updates on their favorite EU teams by downloading the Evangel Athletics Gameday Appthrough the App Store or Google Play. (Professional Indoor Football League) coaching staff during the 2013 and 2014 seasons, helping lead the team to . Barry Lewis Dec 12,. Matt Schubert is a deputy sports editor for The Post. NORMAN Oklahoma head football coach Brent Venables completed his full-time coaching staff Tuesday when he announced the hiring of Jay Valai as the Sooners' new co-defensive coordinator/pass defense. A native of Euless, Texas, he lettered in football, basketball and track at Colleyville Heritage High School. "Believe it or not, I talked to Dave Logan, who's a good friend of mine over at Creek," he said. - Evangel University football head coach Chuck Hepola announced the full-time hiring of Dan Swofford and Jesse Schmidt on Friday. Then lets see how the young men thrive on the field if you teach them how to be amazing off the field, McGatlin said. He brings a tremendous amount of passion and energy to the job, as well as a real love for the game and for relationship-building. GIRLS COACHING STAFF. Establish a winning culture. His top priority? Evangel will hit the road for the first time of 2022 at Graceland on Saturday, Sept. 3. 7 final AP ranking. A captain that season, he was also named the squad's co-defensive MVP and its special teams MVP. Huff was a two-time Division II All-American at Tuskegee University and was named Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year. Rodney Prince email - rxp1080@miami.edu. Really excited for Jay and his wife and children to get to Norman. This season he helped Alabama to a 13-2 record, an SEC title and an appearance in the CFP National Championship Game. Bringing a variety of experience from diverse backgrounds, our staff possesses the knowledge, skills, and passion vital to helping your children enjoy the sport of soccer as much as they do. Texas Tech has wrapped its 2021 regular season finishing 6-6 overall, 3-6 in the Big 12. Staff Directory Members By Category/Department; Image Name Title Email Address Why Statement; While still in the Corps, we went out to dinner and I asked Joe, what has the Marine Corps taught you about leadership that I did not teach you. 2 time NCAA Champion Coach and Stanley Cup Finalist Assistant Coach George Gwozdecky has been the Ice hockey coach at Valor since 2015. McCaffrey had previously coached all of is sons in pop warner football growing up. McCaffrey will have a strong supporting cast behind him. . Erika Heckman. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Valor Soccer was founded April 1st, 2019 - the merging of two of the oldest and most storied soccer organizations in Washington state, Kent Covington Youth Soccer and Maple Valley Soccer Association. My father was a 14-year Marine and my father-in-law was a career Marine. General Manager of Football Operations. After he was selected, he says it was a family decision to take the job -- especially considering youngest son, Luke, was going to be a senior at Valor this fall. I should. Now that I am on the backside of 40 years in coaching, CoachUp has enabled me to continue doing what I love to do, teaching young people. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Swofford and his wife Erin reside in Ozark and have six children, Ciara, Julia, Greg, Abbie, Jacey, and Nate, as well as four grandchildren. He appeared in four bowl games and helped UW to the 2010 Big Ten title, an 11-2 overall record (7-1 in league play) and a No. Using the wisdom from experience to help our boys develop a more mature attitude towards life while deepening their faith in God. Junior Varsity Head Coach | Varsity Assistant. The Eagles home stadium seats 5,250 fans and the school has a 4,000-square-foot weight room, locker rooms and a training room. "You learn to have other coaches help you out. It's a number that will only increase, as all of the staff's salaries are set to escalate after the 2022 season. To lead others in such a way that allows others to shine their light so they may see their good works and praise our Father who is in heaven. The Evangel Valor returns to Eagle Stadium to kickoff the 46th season of Evangel football.