High-profile high school football programs are searching for new head coaches after recent departures. Notably, Southlake Carroll in Texas is looking for a replacement after Riley Dodge took a role at Southern Methodist University, ending his successful tenure with a 107-10 record and two state title game appearances. Meanwhile, Corner Canyon in Utah is also seeking a new leader following Eric Kjar's move to Weber State after achieving six state championships in nine seasons. Other schools like Long Beach Poly and Bishop O'Dowd are among several notable programs in need of head coaches.

By the Numbers
  • Southlake Carroll went 14-1 last season and has won 8 state championships.
  • Corner Canyon has a record of 112-10 and won 6 state championships in the last nine seasons.
State of Play
  • Coaching vacancies are prevalent among championship-caliber teams nationwide.
  • Several teams have already made coaching hires, including Charlotte Catholic, which brought back former coach Mike Brodowicz.
What's Next

As programs begin to fill vacancies, attention will turn to how new coaches can maintain or elevate the standards set by their predecessors. Schools will be evaluating both current roster talent and potential incoming recruits to ensure continued success on the field.

Bottom Line

The shifting coaching landscape in high school football highlights the critical role leadership plays in sustained success, ensuring that programs like Southlake Carroll and Corner Canyon remain competitive in their respective states. Schools must strategically choose coaches who can uphold their legacies while adapting to new challenges ahead.