Over the course of three seasons, he led the Fighting Irish to a 22-9 record, including the programs third undefeated season in school history in 1993. (Denison) -- Former Iowa State University football standout Kamari Cotton-Moya has been named the head football coach at Denison-Schleswig. He posted a 142-84 career mark and led Cy Falls to a state title game appearance in 2006. The enthusiasm is contagious in the offensive meeting room. He encouraged it even when it was directed at him. Notes: Wager, who spent the past seventeen seasons at Martin departs to join the staff at Nebraska. Offensive coordinator and North Shore alum Willie Gaston promoted to head football coach on February 28. Brock led SHS to a surprise third round playoff appearance in 2021. "This is really corny and I know it is," Hatem said. We are thrilled that you are considering Denison during your college search, and we look forward to getting to know more about you. In a release, Denison-Schleswig Activities . He led the Warriors to the playoffs 17 straight seasons and eight times Martin won at least ten games. "Free football" never ends when Hatem is involved. Find more high school sports coverage from The Dallas Morning News here. "We hadn't beaten them since the '80s, and then coming in and beating them at home for the first time they were a ranked team. The mystery of the kickers mind is where many look to answer the question: How could this happen? "Coach says you can't come in here without your basketball shoes," she said. Former Cedar Hill HC Carlos Lynn named HFC on January 26. This is a phase where Denison can least afford a mistake against Mount Union. Pregame. Hatem was at the center of that. "My phone was crazy all weekend with those guys," Hatem said. Keirn and Winders. Ysleta ISD names Garland Naaman Forest OC Scott Veliz as HFC on January 9. He sees the ties at both stops and says, "Those are the places he's enjoyed the most. Our guys are involved in student government, admission, the arts and lots of different service clubs and organizations on campus, says Hatem. Notes: Jefferson is out after one season as former Falfurrias HC Ruben Garcia is named AD/HFC on January 10. It's the same laugh I heard with my son and his friends when they played flag football this fall. He led the Bumblebees to the regional semifinals in 2021. The official 2020-21 Football schedule for the . A.J., however, also served as an assistant at Denison for two years before taking the job at Ohio Northern. [11], Denison played for the Toronto Titans of the Northern Football Conference (a senior amateur league) from 2011 to 2012, and did not play in 2013. The Big Red also captured a share of the conference championship for the second year in a row. [1][8] However, he was released by the team shortly thereafter.[9]. By the time my class got to Fisher Catholic, we were over-the-top trash talkers. SGP was 6-3 this past season, losing 20-16 in the second round of the Class 6A Division I playoffs to an Allen team that was ranked No. You want to be a great citizen. When asked what he will remember most about his time at South Grand Prairie, Whitson said, Just a great bunch of kids. "We prepare as hard as any D-I, D-II, D-III team in the country," Gebele said. How the Big Red's beloved coach has this program competitive again and how it mirrors a similar story from 25 years ago. Notes: Smiley resigns after four season at Alvord, he posted a 26-20 with back to back area round appearances in 2020 and 2021. The Big Red were able to play two football games in the Spring. I think that's the coolest part of what's going on.". He posted a 281-57-3 overall record in 25 seasons as Aledo's head coach. Notes: Jackson, who started the Grand Oaks program back In 2019 annouced his retirement mid-season. He was our quarterback and my college roommate. Notes: Johnson resigns his post after four seasons and a 22-18 record, he led Bruni to the area playoffs three straight seasons from 2019-2021 and a district title in 2022. You do that, and something special can happen.". This mental game will have fans glued to the TV Sunday evening when America's Team scores its first touchdown against the 49ers to see if Maher has overcome the demons that plagued him on Monday night. The late Keith Piper, football coach and mentor at Denison for 42 years, remains a shining example of those coaches. 11 Wittenberg dropped the Big Red 68-66 in quadruple overtime. The Denison offense set new program marks for points (437), points per game (39.7), touchdowns (60), first downs (262), total offense (5,000), all-purpose yards (5,974) and total plays (805). Don't be a hero. When Piper retired as head coach in 1992 with 200 career victories, he was the second-winningest college football coach in the state of Ohio. The club was re-named the GTA All-Stars and he re-joined to play for the team from 2014 to 2016. This position has a salary of $7,000. Thursday, January 19th 2023, 11:41 AM CST. DePauw had a chance to win the game on the final drive. DC Blane Ellis hired as HFC on December 13. Subscribe now and get 1 month free with the code: GREGR. Notes: Gonzalez announced his retirement in November, he spent twenty seasons as a head coach with a 101-108 record with stops at Corpus Christi Ray, Cypress Springs and Victoria East. This year is just a culmination we've been working for.". Notes: Poynter and Wills Point ISD part ways after three seasons as the Tigers sturggled, winning just two games in those three years. Notes: Campsey steps down after three seasons and a 14-18 record. That's who we are.". Hatem silenced the rustling shoulder pads when he riffed into this week's test. Denison University Coaches. In 1985 and 1986, the Niles, Ohio, native guided his teams to 10-0 and 9-1 seasons,. Denison's latest news, stories, and upcoming events from all around the hill and beyond. Denison coach Jack Hatem gathered the Big Red at midfield Tuesday at Deeds Field-Piper Stadium, which is tucked on one of the many rolling hills on the school's campus. RISD names Little River-Academy HC Chris Lancaster as HFC on January 9. We have a lot of stars like Canaan, but we have just as many Benspeople who will have a real impact on the world, Hatem says. Keirn backs that up. The Big Red had 14 all-conference players, led by first-teamers Trey Fabrocini (sophomore running back),Trey Dawkins (senior offensive lineman), Kevin Stone (junior offensive line), Jeff Moore (sophomore linebacker), Ryan Hallinan(senior safety), and Cory Swartzmiller(fifth-year cornerback). Notes: Willard resigns after two seasons and a 23-4 record to take over as the OC at Tyler Legacy. A native of Lancaster, Ohio, and a graduate of Fisher Catholic High School, Hatem was named head football coach at Fisher in 1992. "'What if I ran this offense with those guys? [6] Denison was the central figure in the revival of Queens football program, helping to return a once proud program to the national scene. As soon as a new player arrives, a senior member of the team brings him on board. Whitson has plenty of Texoma ties. That would favor the Big Red, which could represent the conference in the playoffs by virtue of their longest in-conference win streak. Notes: Brock who was placed on admin leave mid-season resigns after the end of the season and Columbus OC Luke Hobbs hired as HFC on Dec 12. Notes: Lorance, a long-time assistant in the DFW area announced his retirement shortly after the end of the regular season. . [5], Since he began his collegiate career in 1998, Denison was eligible four year later for the 2002 CFL Draft, prior to his back-to-back Hec Crighton Trophy wins. That game was the catalyst to jump-start to what's going on here.". Denison Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Chad Rogers is taking the same position at Tioga. "Man, when I coached you guys, I loved all of you like you were my kids. He takes them on a yearly retreat, meets with them weekly, even during the off-season. After practice, however, Hatem sends the first text to his son A.J., an assistant coach at Ohio Northern. Five recent graduates helped to secure the prestigious designation the fifth time in six years Denison has been named a Top Producer. That's the top-down mentality that begins to explain how Hatem turned around the Denison football program. March 3, 2023. Notes: Dziuk, who took over halfway through the 2021 season steps down after his first full season at Karnes City. Former Sanger HC Rocky Smart named AD/HFC on January 9. He joined the Denison staff in 2005 and spent two years coaching defensive backs. Interim HFC Kevin Terrier who led BHS in the final eight games of 2022 officially named HFC on January 9. Notes: Madison steps down after six seasons and a 31-30 record to take over at Bridgeland. Notes: Jackson who spent the past 27 seasons as AD, HFC and head boys basketball coach steps down as HFC to focus on AD and hoops duties. Denison hits the roadto face 13-time national champion Mount Union at noon ET inthe Division III playoffs. For his record-setting season, Denison was awarded the Hec Crighton Trophy, becoming the second Golden Gael to win the award. Tommy Denison (born October 7, 1978) is the offensive coordinator for York University's football team, the York Lions of U Sports. Notes: Baker departs after five seasons and an impressive 43-17 record to take over as HFC at Class 4A Henderson. Unbelievable. Notes: Green goes back into retirement after four seasons leading Como-Pickton and an 11-25 record. Pages in category "Denison Big Red football coaches" The following 20 pages are in this category, out of 20 total. DENISON, Texas (KXII) - The Denison Yellow Jackets introduced Brent Whitson as their new head coach and athletic director. 689. Notes: Seibert steps down at Rockport-Fulton after nine seasons and a 65-41 record to take over at Sweeny. Hall has a career record of 108-57-2, in his five seasons leading Manvel he posted a record of 50-13. Denison was a member of the Albany Conquest in their 2005 season. Dripping Springs DC Marte Amrine, hired on January 26. We just talked about adjustments and what we needed to do tocome out with a win. Craig Hicks, Denison's assistant athletic director for communications, shakes his head when asked about the impact Hatem has made for the Big Red. After beating Kenyon in the final game of the regular season on Nov. 10, Denison players pulled up their phones on the bus. This transformational donation in Keiths name is the perfect way to honor and remember a coach who meant so much to so many.. Jack is coaching bright, talented student-athletes who are high achievers with high achievement needs. Notes: Defensive coordinator Bo Bryant was named AD/HFC on January 20, he replaces Jimmy Thomas, who passed away after a brief illess in late November. That's never changed. "I think the most surprised guy in the building wasn't Brett Maher; I think it was Mike McCarthy. Following the 2022 season, Hatemnow ranks second all-time in wins at Denison and boasts a career record of 79-43(.648pct. The culture of the entire program leads to remarkable performances and exceptionally healthy team cultures. Weinberg, a former college varsity athlete himself, went on to say, Our teams are fun to watch when they are competing. He won a state title in 2003 in Garrison. "It was all positive because we were down one point. Fabrocini passed Alex Minton's previous record of 18 rushing touchdowns set in 2019. Acts 4:12. Denison then set a program-record with five players named to the 2022 D3football.com All-Region 4 Team: Fabrocini (Second-Team), Stone (Second-Team), Epps (Second-Team), Denstoff (Second-Team) and Downie (Third-Team). Maybe the two-on-two game got his attention. What if I knew now what I did then?' Notes: Dezern steps down after four seasons at Bonham, he led the Purple Warriors to a surprise playoff appearance in 2021. Only Keith Piper (200 wins; 1954-1992) has more wins at Denison than Hatem, and no other coach at Denison reached the 50-win milestone faster. The Official Athletics Site Of The Allegheny Gators, 520 N. Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335 | 814-332-Play (7529), Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), TicketSmarter - Ticket Resale Marketplace, Recreational Opportunities in Meadville Area, Hunt Appointed Acting Head Football Coach During National Search, Hunt to Participate in 2023 NCAA & NFL Coaches Academy, Five Football Student-Athletes Garner Academic All-District Honors, Four Football Student-Athlete Earn 2022 All-PAC Honors, Babb Named to D3football.com Team of the Week. Notes: Pels resigns from Richardson after seven seasons, he led the Eagles to the playoffs in 2020 and also posted three straight 5-5 seasons, an achievement for the long-struggling program. The endowed position will be occupied by Jack Hatem, current head football coach at Denison. Ingleside names Boerne Champion OC and Ingleside alum Travis Chrisman AD/HFC on January 27. The program has developed a system that grows with the athlete over time. On August 31, 2004, Denison was signed by the Calgary Stampeders. ", Newark Catholic won 21-6, but it took 45 minutes digging through old newspaper clippings to find the score an article in which Hatem told the Lancaster (Ohio) Eagle-Gazette it was a "dream season.". Its a one-high school town, so you dont have a divided community. The late Keith Piper, football coach and mentor at Denison for 42 years, remains a shining example of those coaches. Assistant Football Coach. He served on the staff with legendary Ada coach Larry McBroom as well. Assistant HC Chuck Cook promoted to HFC on January 5. Stay up to date with the latest campus news and upcoming events. "He's a relationship guy with everybody," A.J. I found out this weekend what a real destination job is. That was the overlying message from Hicks, Bathiany and the players, too. Notes: Williams will not return as HFC after a turbulent inaugural UIL campign for the Tigers. He also served three seasons as the head baseball coach at his alma mater, The University of Rio Grande. He played professionally for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Calgary Stampeders, and Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League (CFL). Notes: Koopmann, a long-time staffer at Friendswood retires after leading the Mustangs for eleven seasons, he posted a 79-46 overall record, with his best season coming in 2017 when FHS posted a 9-4 overall record. Notes: Freytag resigns after a successful 13-year run at his alma mater posting an 82-65 record and winning at least one playoff game in eight straight seasons. A number of his players became football coaches at the highest levels of the game, with several landing in the NFL and at major college programs across the country. His best season leading the Wolves was an 11-1 mark in 2018. Lorena names Kevin Johnson HC on January 27, Johnson a former assistant under Ray Biles has served as the Lorena HS principal, he was head coach at Waco Connally from 2004-2008 posting a 29-25 record. Whitson will start at Denison on March 15 and will take over a program that was 7-4 in the 2020-21 season and lost 32-25 to North Forney in the first round of the 5A Division II playoffs. On every kickoff their fans would chant this phrase in unison: Hatem made sure Fisher Catholic had the right mindset for that game, too. Price Carlisle HC and Henderson alum Clay Baker hired on February 7. In 1947 and 1948 he guided the Big Red to undefeated seasons. Denison University 4.2 . DC Earnest Pena promoted to AD/HFC on February 13. Denison superintendent Dr. Henry Scott said that Whitson was a great choice for the school district. As players advance through the program, they absorb leadership skills and, in turn, become advisors for new team members. He gives them training, knowledge, and autonomy, says Carney-DeBord. ", Does the score matter at that point? Notes: Waddell retires after leading Palmer for nine seasons, he posted a 63-34 and led Palmer to the third round of the playoffs for the first time in school history in 2022. He also had a stint as HC at Frederick, OK. OC Tyler Price promoted to AD/HFC on February 24. Notes: Holmes resigns after eleven seasons at his alma mater, he posted a 79-51 overall record, he twice led the Lions to the state semifinals in 2012 and 2014. He led the Pirates to the regional semifinals three times in his tenure. "He jokes with us that he's been a coach since the third grade," Bathiany said. - Jack Hatem, Head Coach, Denison University Layer's College Coach, Second-Most Wins in Denison History "I've known Coach Layer since I was being recruited out of high school. He ordered new uniforms. Inside the locker room, Hatem maintained composure. Layer, 32, becomes one of the youngest head coaches in college football with the move. He dressed in one regular season game with the team in 2004 but spent the remainder of his term with the team on the practice roster. He is dedicated to his players and the game of football, and it is not hard to see. Notes: Kozma steps down after four seasons where he helped Bartlett break a long losing streak, he posted an overall record of 6-37. Notes: After one season Dangerfield is out after going 0-10, Slaton will be on their seventh head coach since 2014 in 2023. He was 56-57 in ten seasons as a head coach in Texas with stops at Olney, eight seasons at Seymour and Bowie. Notes: Mascheck resigns his post after seven seasons leading the Roughnecks, his best year was a 9-2 mark in 2019. He graduated from Fisher Catholic in 2005. And then the lure of being an athletic director.. Is Dallas becoming unaffordable due to rising housing costs, inflation and stagnating pay? In the football program, for example, Coach Hatems approach begins in the first year. Notes: Stanley, who has been at Waxahachie Life the past ten years resigns his post as head coach after four seasons. Jack Hatem: The Denison coach worth rooting for in Division III playoffs, A look inside a modern-day football factory: Pickerington, Ohio, The alternate history ofNotre Dame football. I have worked at The Dallas Morning News since 2000. Mason's time was short in South Bend, but very productive as . Former Denison and Brentwood Academy (Tenn.) coach Cody White will be the next head football coach at Plano, the school district announced Tuesday night. Notes: R. Garcia departs Falfurrias after three seasons to take over as AD at Kingsville. Like I said, I thought I had a destination job when I went to South Grand Prairie ten years ago. A two-time Ohio High School Football Coach of the Year, Hatem brought 25 years of coaching experience and 13 years as a head coach at the high school level to the Denison program. We are excited to be here. DENISON, Texas (KTEN) We've all heard the expression "nobody's perfect," but when you get paid nearly a million dollars to kick a ball through the uprights and you just can't seem to do it, people tend to get a bit frustrated. They are a part of it. Granville, OH. First win against a ranked team on the road. Hatem served as an assistant coach at Denison when the job opened after the 2009 season. The speeches. College Station ISD names Prosper head coach Brandon Schmidt the Tigers next HFC on January 26. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Antiracism, Re-emphasizing our purpose can catalyze free speech on our campuses, If colleges want to help build the talent pipeline, Denison Museum exhibit offers lessons on race, history, and trust, Denison again named a top-producing Fulbright college, Denison professor tapped to help strengthen the Global South. Notes: Psencik resigns after an impressive thirteen year run at Hallettsville where his teams posted nine seasons of nine wins or more and he led the Brahmas to the 2020 state title game. Notes: Willis announces his retirement on January 3, he spent thirty years as a coach including fourteen seasons as a head coach with stops at Iraan, Cedar Park, Colleyville Heritage and Tyler Legacy. He spent the 2022 campaign as Dayton's quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator. Clarendon HC Clint Conkin named AD/HFC on February 13. Wager has a career record of 206-100, with stops at Tolar, Groveton, Kaufman and Arlington Martin. The kids were never a problem here, and I had an unbelievable staff. The offensive schemes aren't that different. Football The combination of a unique physical skill set and the mental fortitude it takes to be a kicker is why Whitson always tries to have two kickers on his roster. 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Denison is back for the first time since that last meeting, part of an 8-2 season and a three-way tiebreaker that gave the Big Red the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) championship. All rights reserved. Not only the football coaching part of it, but all of our athletic programs, boys and girls.. Tweet Share Jump to Discussion. Notes: Hogan, who took over in Oct of 2018 from now suspended Jerry Burkhart moves into an administrative role in Santon ISD. "That's why I went to college.". He flares up after a missed protection. In his time at Denison, Piper was coach to players who went on to become U.S. congressmen, college presidents and deans, medical doctors and research scientists, clergy, CEOs and board chairs in the fields of banking, insurance, and law. Every player is valued for his contribution. He then led that 10-0 Fisher Catholic team against a school he had served as an assistant for when his coaching career started. When asked to explain how, two seasons 25 years apart, could come up with the same scenario, Hatem searches for the right answer. A former quarterback and wide receiver at Denison University, Layer also spent two seasons as co-offensive coordinator . Hatem interjects to emphasize a paramount point for this week's game against Mount Union. Falfurrias names Premont DC Arturo Garcia HFC on January 26, this is his secons stint at Falfurrias serving as the Jerseys HFC from 2005-2009. Bill Bender is a national college football writer for The Sporting News. [1][2], Denison continued his dominant play in 2003 as he completed 203 of his 313 passing attempts for 2,907 yards with a then-OUA-record 24 passing touchdowns. He knows the final score but won't admit it part of an off-beatcompetitive drive that his coaches and playersinsist still runs today. He threw for 6,700 yards and 68 touchdowns in the 1998 season. OC Robbie Jones named head coach on January 27. They closed out their spring season with an exhibition game against Case Western Reserve University. "It's a high, high belief in my guys and my coaches," Hatem said. In addition to coaching at SGP, one of two high schools in Grand Prairie ISD, Whitson has held head coaching jobs at Richardson for four years, at Broken Arrow (Okla.) for three years and at Shawnee (Okla.) for four years. Waxahachie Life promotes assistant coach and former Maypearl HC Sam Riepe on January 13. Sweeny Bulldogs. We went into the school gym, and it was on. A generous donation of $2.5 million in memory of Coach Piper will endow the head football coaching position at Denison. Former Alpine HC John Fellows hired by KISD on February 11.