North Florida Christian announced Pensacola native Johnny Nichols as the new head football coach, succeeding Brent Hill, who departed in February. Nichols, a former University of Florida player and two-time FHSAA state champion quarterback, comes with coaching experience from Mississippi, most recently at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School.

The Big Picture

The hiring of Johnny Nichols reflects a strategic move by North Florida Christian to bring in a coach with a successful playing and coaching background, aiming to maintain the program's competitive edge in the upcoming season.

By the Numbers
  • Johnny Nichols led St. Andrew’s Episcopal School to two playoff appearances during his coaching tenure in Mississippi.
  • Brent Hill, the previous head coach, achieved a 26-10 record with North Florida Christian, securing two regional finals appearances.
State of Play
  • Johnny Nichols officially starts at North Florida Christian on April 2, coinciding with the beginning of spring football practices in late April.
  • The Eagles will compete in Class 1A this season, facing teams like FAMU DRS, Maclay, and St. John Paul II in the district.
What's Next

As Johnny Nichols assumes his role, the focus will be on his leadership in transitioning the team to a new playing style and preparing for the upcoming season in the restructured classification system.

Bottom Line

North Florida Christian's selection of Johnny Nichols signifies a strategic move to continue the program's success, with high expectations set for the upcoming season under his leadership and coaching style.