Key Points
  • Zack LaMonda of El Dorado High School is named the Orange County football coach of the year for the 2023 season.
  • Under LaMonda's leadership, El Dorado reached the CIF Southern Section Division 7 final, marking the program's first section championship game since 2007.
  • Despite facing injuries, including to the top running back Isaiah Quintero, El Dorado finished with an 8-6 overall record and 2-1 in the North Hills League.
  • LaMonda, who was previously an assistant coach at several schools, took over as head coach in 2015 when El Dorado was 0-10 in the previous season. He has since led the program to consistent success, with the team climbing to its highest level in 16 years in the 2023 season.
  • Reflecting on the season, LaMonda expressed pride in the team's performance, highlighting their resilience and determination throughout the year.