He served as the head football coach at Kent State University from 1964 to 1967, compiling a record of 16-21-2. Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Chicago. He attended Hartnell Community College in Salinas before moving on to Culver Stockton College in Canton, MO., where he played football and earned degrees in psychology and sociology. Mylan Graham, Jr., WR/DB, New Haven: After making only nine catches and scoring just one touchdown last season, Graham exploded during the summer camp season, garnering scholarship offers from the best college football teams in the country (Ohio State was the first to jump on him) and is now among the best 150 players in his class, according to 247 Sports. Retired President, Chicago Board Options Exchange. MOST REVEREND JOHN GORMAN 43 Doerffler went 23-58 during his eight year tenure with the Bruins, including a 7-3 mark this past season. Welcome to Bishop Dwenger Athletics where you will find a commitment to excellence in our athletic program! ''The game (Calumet) Indians had just been beaten by Leo, and some of them were even in tears. Location: University High School, 3201 S. New Rd., Waco 76706 Tickets: $6/Adults, $4/Students - Cash only at the gate. She attended Chicago State University, where she studied English and later attended The Illinois Institute of Art, where she studied Fashion Marketing and Management. Mr. Bryant holds a degree in Political Science from the University of St. Francis. Defarrell was a three sport athlete at Melvindale High School, graduating in 2009. CARMEL-8 12-ST. RITA-0 26-JOLIET CATHOLIC-0 19-DELASALLE-12 -1933- WHITEY CRONIN- WON 1 LOST 2 TIED 3 LEO-OPPOSITION 6-DELASALLE-0 6-MT. His 1980 team ended the season undefeated and ranked sixth nationally. They develop strategies that help the team win games and instill morale and motivation in the students. Doerffler, a Concordia graduate and former Purdue Fort Wayne (then known as IPFW) baseball player, struggled to get over the hump in his tenure at Northrop, during which the Bruins were unable to break a string of losing seasons which dates back to 2007. Head Coach: Marques Stevenson. (WFFT) - After eight seasons at Northrop, Jason Doerffler is heading to Leo's sidelines to take over as the Lions' new head football coach. She went and taught in Mfantsiman, Ghana and this is where her passion for teaching evolved. RAYMOND J. SIEGEL 65 If, as Leo Hand says, he was meant to be the football coach at Servite High School, one has to wonder whether the job is his reward or penance. Football, Basketball: Ryan Williams '08: 2022: Football, Wrestling: Mary Beth Berg '11: 2021 . Aamir majored in Family Services at UKY and loves helping people. Business Manager, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 134. Coach Mike Holmes hopes of going out with a playoff bang in his final season as the Leo Lions football coach suffered a blow with a four-game losing streak that followed an impressive season-opening win over Bulls Academy Prep. We love to run ball, the offensive line loves to run the ball. Coaching Staff 2021. Contact Us. FORT WAYNE, Ind. Jason Doerffler coaches from the sidelines during a Northrop football game in the 2021 season. Coach Stevenson grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and graduated from Hercules High School in the East Bay town of Hercules, CA. Against St. Rita, he scored on a 51-yard pass interception and a 40-yard. 2022 State Football Class: State Champion: Score: Second Place: Site: 1: East Buchanan (14-1) Daniel Ritter . Mr. Cook is the Dean of Students. A father of four, Mr. Redmond has been an athletic director, an admissions director and a dean of students in addition to classroom teaching. Students head to their next class at Leo Catholic High School. Replacing Coach Holmes will be a monumental task, but in Coach Stevenson we feel we have a man who will help our young Leo Men reach their full potential as students, as athletes and as quality people, Leo Principal Shaka Rawls said. There are different ways to win. For that matter, he already has, having presented returning players with an off-season strength and conditioning program on the day he accepted the job. Seven of eight Ohio high school football coaches who allegedly forced a Hebrew Israelite player to eat a pizza that previously had pork on it, despite knowing his beliefs forbade him from eating . Mr. Figelis a guest instructor for Big Shoulders Fund to facilitate and teach Leos News Literacy program, Why News Matters underwritten by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation. Its a credit to all the people before and what theyve built with the youth program and what theyve done at the high school level with Coach Sauder, so Im excited for sure.. Indiana University football. Jimalle Ridley, 33, is Leo's new coach. Mr. Arneberg attended Georgetown University, where at 5-8 and 160 pounds he played guard. 2022-23. Send an email tonews@wfft.com. They are on page 80 and are of some of the members of the football team. Doerffler takes over for Jared Sauder, who stepped away from the Leo program after 16 seasons following his appointment to the schools vice principal position last month. He returned to Leo in the early 1950s and was an assistant coach. Add to it the fact it was a high school game Leo versus Austin in 1937 - that drew such a crowd and it makes it even more remarkable. He'll be the focal point of New Haven's offense and an important piece on defense. He transferred to Loras College, where he continued playing. McDonalds All-American. 7901 South Sangamon | Chicago, IL 60620-2532 | 773-224-9600. Top row, from left to right: Coach Leo Conk and Coach Bart Johnson. Along with its academic goals, Leo strives to educate the total person, stressing citizenship, leadership and good decision-making, all within the context of strong Catholic values. An expert on movement is helping with the process. CFO, Waste Management, CFO, Blockbuster International; Founder, Emerald Ventures. Leo High School Athletics Select Sports Find Us . for the player's high school career Submitted essay The scholarships are awarded every Spring during the South Lyon HS "award night". Her many years of experience in not-for-profit business management, administrative operations and customer service has allowed her to study techniques to better serve Leo as the Office Manager and provide Executive level support. In 1979, he was inducted into the College Hall of Fame. I dont think pressures the right word, Doerffler said. JAY R. LUCHSINGER 68 Mr. Cook was on the football and track team, and graduated from Leo with a football scholarship to Tulane University. Chairman Emeritus, Bunzl International Supply. FRIENDSWOOD. James C. Arneberg, 59, an All-State guard and cocaptain on the 1942 Leo High School city championship football team, spent more than 30 years as a coach, teacher and athletic director for. The other day we were hitting, music was blaring, it was just fun.. Describing Mr. Arneberg as ''a real class guy,'' sportswriter Ed Stone told what happened after the 1956 Leo-Calumet game for the city football championship: ''A stocky young man with the rugged features of a prizefighter walked into Calumet`s gloom-filled dressing room. Mr. Arneberg then joined the staff of Stagg High School as a dean and taught at Moraine Valley College in Palos Hills. BENJAMIN H. DeBERRY 64 Just confirmed through a text, Jared Sauder has stepped down as the head coach of @LeoLionFootball to take an assistant principal job at Leo.The Lions went 139-42 in 16 seasons under Sauder. Principal, Leo High School. Her many years of working in the medical and healthcare field providing great customer service, assisting with bill collecting, and completing intake for patients has allowed her to gain the skills to better help and understand the needs of others. He really just engages with the players, talks to them throughout practice, trying to get to know them, who they are, what they believe in. Tuesday's 79-61 win over St. Leo ran their winning streak to 17 . Senior counsel, Horwitz & Horwitz law firm. As a coach, he has a Catholic League background, having worked most recently at St. Laurence High School as head sophomore coach and varsity offensive coordinator. Plan to join us now! SAC football splitting into divisions starting in 2023 January 12, 2022 . Head coaching record. She is a Class of 2015 Golden Apple Scholar and studied the Teaching of English at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Leo High School is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Marques Stevenson as head football coach, effective immediately. He also served as athletic director. BOB HALLBERG '62* Im eager to get started.. The 70 Lions missed the Prep bowl by 1 second. Retired from St. Xavier University with more than 1,000 wins at St. Xavs, plus Leo, Reavis and Evergreen Park high schools. Leo was the school of winners. DAN McGRATH 68 As a teacher her focus is always on critical thinking and encouraging students to analyze situations. He spent four years as a classroom aide in special education at various CPS schools before joining the faculty at Leo. He held identical jobs at St. Francis High School in Wheaton, where many of the players he recruited helped the Spartans reach the semifinals of the IHSA Class 4-A playoffs in 2022. These are black kings that will go on to do amazing things and that fills my heart with so much joy, said Mr. Moore. It's the first head coaching job for Ridley . THOMAS FITZGERALD 59* . Boys Football Head Coach: Rob Zvonar rzvonar@lw210.org. He was the fifth recipient of the Leo Lions Legacy Award, in 2018, and the Leo Alumni Association named him its Man of the Year in 2017. CEO, National American Can Company and noted Chicago civic leader and philanthropist. Ryan McCaul . He also had 48 1/2 tackles, four for loss, and five pass breakups at linebacker. Mr. Cook graduated with a B.A in 99 and experienced a brief opportunity to play football professionally. He attended St.Laurence High School, after accepting an offer for an academic scholarship. Coach, teacher, administrator and second father to Leo students for more than a generation. TIMOTHY McCARTHY 67 Noah, a junior, finished second at 152. Meet Tenille Wright, who calls herself the unpaired electron that the school needs for a perfect reaction. The Leo Jr./Sr. HON. Field Hockey (Girls' Fall) Freshman Coaches: Junior Varsity Coaches: Varsity Coaches: Football (Fall) Freshman Coaches: Junior Varsity Coaches: Varsity Coaches Mr. Gerry Zannella - Hd Coach Mr. Andrew Bean - Asst Coach . Member of Chicago Catholic League and Illinois Basketball Coaches Halls of Fame. CURTIS COOPER 75 Coach Stevenson, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Gulf War, will also be a member of the Leo faculty, responsible for expanding the Health curriculum and teaching Sociology. MAXPREPS; CBSSPORTS.COM; 247SPORTS; . Overall. Strang died at the age of 73 on April 16 . She also has a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Michigan, graduating Cum Laude. Please contact Coach His interest in crafting with his hands started in high school and blossomed into a successful career. She is a member of various academic honor societies including Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Eta Sigma, and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. ''When I told him I was going to put him up for a medal, he really hollered at me,'' Cagan said later. 7901 South Sangamon | Chicago, IL 60620-2532 | 773-224-9600. Thomas and his wife Riley recently welcomed their first child, Hallie last May, and have two dogs, Leo and Watson. We offer an exciting season featuring twenty IHSAA sanctioned Sports (all coaches are accredited by the IHSAA), and five Bishop Dwenger sponsored Club Sports. Doerffler went 23-58 during his eight year tenure with the Bruins, including a 7-3 mark this past season. Chad Houser, Principal Dave Boyce, Assistant Principal/AD Jared Sauder, Assistant Principal Eric Screeton, Dean of Students . William "Leo" McKillip (January 26, 1929 - December 24, 2013) was an American football coach and college athletics administrator. 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DR. JAMES STANKIEWICZ 66 Coach Holmes Farewell - Leo High School Coach Mike Holmes' hopes of going out with a playoff bang in his final season as the Leo Lions' football coach suffered a blow with a four-game losing streak that followed an impressive season-opening win over Bulls Academy Prep. He accepted a football scholarship to Purdue University and was a backfield mate of former Leo teammate Corey Rogers before graduating in 1995. Leo High Schools faculty is fully certified, according to State of Illinois education standards, and fully committed to the academic mission of the school. Club Sports . New Leo coach Jason Doerffler directs practice as his team prepares for its season-opener Friday against Kokomo. He's in his 20th year at St. Rita, teaching theology and physical education, after a lengthy stay at Leo, his alma mater, and a brief one at Mount Carmel. Mr. McNair is a long time resident of the south side, where he excelled in sports and academics. I dont know how Ill feel, but itll be different. During her 19 years as Leos Music Director, Mrs. Hill has built the Leo Choir into a popular attraction that is in demand throughout the city, bringing invaluable recognition to Leo High School. The Lions made a return trip downstate in 2009 and have also appeared in three sectional championship games. Ms. Tabernacki obtained her Masters Degree from Chicago State University in Education, concentration in School Guidance. He graduated from Saint Marys University, Winona, MN in 1976. Leo High School state basketball champion; Loyola University basketball; overseas professional career. Mr.McNair serves as the Director of Admissions/Recruitment. Founder and former Chairman, XL Datacorp. Watch this highlight video of the Leo (IN) football team in its game Recap: Leo vs. New Haven 2022 on Sep 9, 2022, Watch this highlight video of the Leo (IN) football team in its game Recap: Leo vs. Norwell 2022 on Sep 2, 2022. Perkins, Joseph ( Jr.) Oltman, Jacob ( Jr.) Foulk, Levi ( Jr.) Manning, Karsten ( Sr.) Sheron, Lucas ( Jr.) Setser, Reid ( Fr.) TERRENCE A. DUFFY 76 Ill be right there with everyone else rooting the Lions on. Bob Foster was Leo High's football coach, principal and president for more than 40 years. Former Assistant United States Attorney. Chief Justice, Illinois Supreme Court. The photographs were taken for the 1958 edition of the Uintah High School yearbook. LT. GEN. GEORGE MUELLNER 61* Were going to be more spread out, the new coach said. I think theres an expectation of winning, which is good. Leo was led by the brilliant Johnny Galvin, a star in the single wing who made a habit of pulling his team to victory. He went on to play professional football for the Chicago Cardinals, Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers. Coach Stevenson, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Gulf War, will also be a member of the Leo faculty, responsible for expanding the Health curriculum and teaching Sociology. In addition to its annual Christmas and Spring concerts, the Choir regularly performs at Big Shoulders events, civic functions and church gatherings. Aamir Holmes, Coach Holmes' son, was known for his scrambling ability during a Lawless Award-winning career as Leo's quarterback. Current Director, Chicago Bears. STATE SEN. EDWARD MALONEY 64 Coached the Chicago State, UIC and St Xavier University basketball teams to more than 1,000 wins. He now teaches Freshman Seminar and English. In that role, she oversaw the process by which Eder Cruz Alvarado became Leos first Gates Millennium Scholar in 2011. Johnny O'Connor won the 145-pound title Saturday at the Class 2A Hinsdale South Sectional. If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. He also holds a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University in Beaumont, TX., and a Doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology from Western States University in Portland, OR. Boys Golf Head Coach: Jim Nair jnair@lw210.org. Mr. Hanlon was later inducted into the Leo High School and the Chicago Catholic League Halls of Fame. New Leo coach Jason Doerffler directs his offense as his team prepares for its season-opener Friday against Kokomo. TONY PARKER SR.73 Oct 26, 2021 at 08:40 AM. I saw it with my own eyes. in General Biology from the University of New Hampshire, an M.Ed. D-Orland Park (retired), educational consultant. Mrs. Hill holds a Masters Degree in Applied Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Chicago State University. FORT WAYNE, Ind. 2022 Varsity Team 2022 Varsity Roster Scholarships Every year, the SLHS Football Boosters award scholarships to qualified* senior football players. Get football scores and other sport scores, schedules, photos and videos for Leo High School Lions located in Leo, IN Coach Enders is a Red Mountain Alum who graduated in 2007. Mr. Redmond brings 25 years of experience and commitment to Catholic education to Leos English department. This institution known as Leo high school has many proud traditions, one of Which is WINNING!! Sauder had led the Lions to 139-42 record in 16 years, notched 10 wins in each of the last three years and piled up 18 consecutive NE8 victories over the last three seasons. Carter, Dearious ( Jr.) Barnett, Logan ( Sr.) Collins, Luke ( So.) His strengths are developing youth programs intendedon creating a positive culture and climate within schools and its community. Everything was subordinate to the team. Boys Track & Field Head Coach: Edward Adams lleotrack@aol.com. (WANE) After eight seasons leading the Northrop football program Jason Doerffler is taking on a new challenge as hes been tabbed as the new head football coach at Leo. Ms. Latifi is a native of Albania and graduated with a degree in Mathematics from the University of Tirana. He will take over for Jared Sauder, who stepped down in April after 16 seasons as the Lions head coach. Thursday, May 12th, 2016, at Leo Catholic High School in Chicago. He was an All-City guard in 1941 and 1942, and All-State in 1942. Coach Stevenson succeeds Mike Holmes 76, who retired in November after more than 30 years of involvement with Leo football. Longtime Saddle Brook football coach Leo Ciappina confirmed Monday that he is stepping down after 13 years leading the Falcons. The new coach denies the tradition of success in his new job comes with any extra pressure, however. Leo High School (Chicago, IL) Varsity Football Leo Lions Varsity Boys Football Chicago, IL FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Stats Standings Rankings Photos News More / Leo High School Football Leo Football OVERALL 2-8 0.20 Win % CONFERENCE 0-2 2nd CCL/ESCC - Red HOME2-3 AWAY0-5 NEUTRAL0-0 PF133 PA284 STREAK4L TRACY ROBINSON 04 In 1951, he was made head basketball coach and in 1955, head football coach at Leo. Mr. Moore is a two- time published author and currently serves on the board of directors for Chicago Scholars as well as the chair for the Alumni Leadership Association for the Chicago Scholars. MOST REVEREND JOHN GORMAN '43 Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Chicago. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Leo High School Football; Football Teams; Leo Football History. Mr. Cannon teaches Social Studies. Mr. His coaching and teaching career has spanned 20 years with stops at St. Francis de Sales, Hales Franciscan, Seton Academy, Hyde Park, Emmanuel Christian School, Oakdale Christian Academy, and Aspire Charter Academy. I bleed purple and white. An extensive search ended with bringing a Friendswood High School alumnus home, as the Friendswood ISD board of trustees Monday night hired Denton Guyer offensive coordinator Jordan Johnson to be its new athletic director and head coach. Boys Football Head Coach: Marques Stevenson CoachMarquesStevenson@gmail.com. @BarstoolLeo @LeoLionFB1 @LeoLionsCheer @NE8_Athletics. Now, he's the head coach of the Vikings' football team. Retired Orland Park Police Chief. In the fall of 2008 he was named all league in football for the Mega Conference. Mr. Bryant worked in retail management for 10 years before transitioning to education. Loyola University basketball; overseas professional career; father of NBA All-Star Tony Parker. Coached Leos lights (1966) and heavies (73) to Catholic League championships. You have permission to edit this article. Have a story you want FOX 55 to cover or a news tip? WILLIAM F. CONLON 63 Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Also coached at Richards High School and St. Xavier University. Multi-faceted Chicago entrepreneur; Vice President (retired), the Carlyle Group. He holds a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Governors State University. Earner has been Leos Business Manager since 2012, after 25 years in corporate Accounting and Finance with PepsiCo and Pepsi America. Enrollment has increased more than 50 percent during his tenure. University of Wisconsin football; retired professional player, New Orleans Saints. President, Figel Public Relations Inc.; Journalism instructor, Leo High School. The Alumni Football Field at Leo Catholic High School was given a much-needed face-lift for players after more than 20 years of wear and tear. Founder/managing partner, Power, Rogers & Smith law firm. JIM OTOOLE 57* The Journal Gazette's 2022 High School Football Preview includes profiles, schedules, and games to watch across the region. Chicago Catholic League and Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame member. There was a problem saving your notification. With Sauder still at Leo in an administrative capacity, Doerffler has reached out to his predecessor repeatedly in his first months on the job, joking he almost feels bad asking the former coach so many questions. The Northeast 7v7 Football League will play its New England Championship July 29 at Xaverian High School. She loves teaching in her community and bringing the real world to chemistry, while helping the students realize that they have been scientists their entire life. Longtime Chairman, Leo High School Advisory Board. Coaching Staff Coventry High School: Cross Country (Boys' Fall) Freshman Coaches: Junior Varsity Coaches . Archbishop Hoban president Chris DiMauro explained St. Vincent-St. Mary's decision to not play the traditional regular-season football game between the rival high schools in 2023 stems from STVM accusing "a member of the Hoban coaching staff" of directing improper language toward the Irish. Learn how your comment data is processed. Lisle Senior High School 1800 Short St. (Google map, other maps) Lisle, IL 60532 Phone: 630-493-8300 Fax: 630-493-8338 School Web Site: www.lisle202.org . Caleb Slover Introduced as new Sweetwater football coach. He lists reading, politics, public speaking and research for new knowledge among his interests. DePaul University basketball. Coach Stevenson succeeds Mike Holmes '76, who retired in November after more than 30 years of involvement with Leo football. Recipient of the Leo Lions Legacy Award, 2020. Send an email to, Homestead's Nate Anderson signs with Western Michigan, Adams Central set for first trip to state in 21 years, Boys High School Basketball: Wayne topples Homestead, Concordia takes down Northrop, High School Volleyball: Lawson earns 15 kills, Bellmont wins in three, Girls High School Basketball: Northrop remains undefeated after battle with Carroll. She has 15 years of hands-on scientific experience in a laboratory. Leo: Northfield: Stryker: Whitko: Eastside: Manchester: Northrop: Wabash: Woodlan: Club Sports. All Rights Reserved. Leo High School is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Marques Stevenson as head football coach, effective immediately. Dylan Sinn is a College Sportswriter, covering mainly Indiana, Purdue and Notre Dame, as well local colleges in northeast Indiana and Fort Wayne TinCaps baseball. The Atlantic City Board of Education . He went on to play at Aurora University. Ms. Latifi loves the pride and loyalty of the Leo Community. ANDRE BROWN 00 In 1962, Mr. Arneberg was named football coach at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, and in 1965 he became head coach at St. Joseph College, Rensselaer, Ind. Doeffler went 23-58 during his tenure with the Bruins, including a 3-7 mark this past season. Brody Bolyn, Sr., OL/DL, Norwell: Already committed to play offensive line at Bowling Green, Bolyn also had 12 tackles for loss last season and anchors Norwell offensive and defensive fronts. In December 2017, the Choir sang Christmas carols at Millennium Park for a crowd estimated at 1,200. MARIO BULLOCK 03 Through two tours as head football coach, along with his contributions as a classroom teacher, school administrator, admissions director and vice president for advancement, no one has done more to embody the Spirit of Leo than Coach Holmes, and we thank him for 30-plus years of tireless effort and commitment. 16-21-2 (college) 109-26-1 (high school) Leo E. Strang (December 12, 1922 - April 16, 1996) was an American football coach. Conference: CCL/ESCC - Red; Division: Overall Record: 2-8; Conference Record: 0-2; Download our step-by-step guide by clicking here . DONALD FINN 85 She has experience preparing students for the ACT and ACT-aligned tests. Aamir Holmes graduated from the University of Kentucky where he was a member of the football team during his first two years after playing football, basketball, and running track at Leo High School prior to college. In 1967, he became athletic director and basketball coach at Loyola Academy, Wilmette, and in 1971, he joined St. Xavier College to initiate its first male athletic program. ROBERT J. STANDRING 70 Please disable your ad blocker to view the video content. Three days after resigning at Morristown East, Caleb Slover has been announced as the new head football coach at Sweetwater. Leo has an amazing football history and great tradition, and theres no reason why we cant make some history of our own. Recipient of Leo High Schools 90-year anniversary Leo Lions Legacy Award for distinguished service, 2016. Thats what were still leaning towards, were running the ball, keeping it down their throat, Butler said. To be considered for induction into the Carmel Catholic High School Athletic Hall of Fame as a coach, a candidate must have demonstrated extraordinary success while serving as a leader of an individual or team sport during their time as a Corsair. The formerChicago Sun-Timessportswriter has experience in print and electronic media. Sometimes the support in the community and those types of things make results I dont want to say easier to achieve but theres a lot of people who care deeply about football here and thats not the case everywhere. Member, Chicago Catholic League, Illinois Basketball Coaches and Chicagoland Sports Halls of Fame. She worked within the Catholic School system for several years as a high school counselor, teacher, and coach, and is happy to now be a part of the Leo High School Family as our theology teacher and campus minister. Robert W. Foster (Leo '58) represents a very special success story for Leo. St. Joes closed its doors in 2020. All-Big Ten running back at the University of Illinois. Ms. Zajac-Clark is always hungry to learn and share new knowledge and skills and asks her students to do the same. leading the school through some turbulent times. Change was needed for everyone involved. Winningest basketball coach in Leo history with more than 400 victories. "I'm very excited about going to a strong football school that has a great administration, good kids and a community that .