Key Points
  • Anthony Rose, head football coach of Mechanicsburg, resigned from his position after six seasons.
  • Rose cited a combination of controllable and uncontrollable issues as the reason for his resignation and expressed that it was a difficult decision for him.
  • During his tenure, the Wildcats achieved a 30-30 record and made two District 3 Class 5A playoff appearances.
  • The team qualified for districts in 2019 and reached the district semifinals in the COVID-shortened 2020 season.
  • Rose emphasized his gratitude for coaching exceptional athletes and building relationships with the players.
  • The 2023 Wildcats finished with a 5-5 record, and Rose expressed pride in stabilizing the program during his tenure.
  • Mechanicsburg’s administration will initiate the coaching search process in January to find Rose's successor.