by WSFA
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School is naming a new head football coach days after it’s former coach resigned for a new position at a different school.
On Monday, Catholic confirmed it has hiring Jonathan Chandler as its next head coach. The Opelika native replaces Kirk Johnson, who won back-to-back state titles with the Knights.
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School is naming a new head football coach days after it’s former coach resigned for a new position at a different school.
On Monday, Catholic confirmed it has hiring Jonathan Chandler as its next head coach. The Opelika native replaces Kirk Johnson, who won back-to-back state titles with the Knights.
“I am pleased to announce Jonathan Chandler as the new head football coach at Montgomery Catholic,” said Montgomery Catholic President, Justin Castanza. “Jonathan and his wife, Tiffany, bring a family-oriented approach to the game of football that will only continue to build on the firm foundation established in our championship program. Jonathan brings a character-building mindset and offensive strategy from competing at the highest levels. Knight nation, the future is bright!”
“My family and I are honored and excited to join this community as the new head football coach at Montgomery Catholic,” Chandler said in a statement released by the private school. “We look forward to working with our talented student-athletes, dedicated faculty and staff, and supportive parents to create a program that embodies hard work and respect. Together we will strive for success and use the momentum of the past to develop a product that all stakeholders in the Catholic Family will be proud of. Let’s get ready for Friday Knight Lights!”
Chandler played college football for the Troy Trojans. He also served as a Graduate Assistant for two years, then moved on in his coaching career to stints at Opelika High School and Wetumpka High School before. Prior to joining the Knights, Chandler was most recently the offensive coordinator at Pike Road High School during the 2024 season.
“The interest in this job was almost overwhelming,” added Knights Athletic Director Daniel Veres. “This is a direct testament to the hard work of those who laid our foundation, as well as the resilience of our kids. We are very proud of where we are as a program, and extremely excited to see where Coach Chandler can take us.”
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