Mike Cloutier named head coach at Joseph Case High School
Former Dedham and Falmouth Coach Mike Cloutier has been named the new head football coach Joseph Case High School in Swansea.
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Derby High School names Stone Belzo head coach
The Derby Red Raiders have officially named Stone Belzo as the program’s next head football coach.
The announcement was made on Friday. Derby is seeking its first winning season in over a decade. Superintendent Matt Conway welcomed Belzo to the Red Raider family, highlighting a hire that brings both youthful energy and a pedigree rooted in a deep football lineage to the Naugatuck Valley League.
Ansonia hires Kingsley as new head coach
A familiar name will be taking the reins of Connecticut’s most storied high school program. Defensive coordinator Shane Kingsley is taking over for former John Mihalko after one season.
Ernie Adams named interim head coach at Phillips Academy
Phillips Academy has turned to a legendary figure from its own past to lead the “Big Blue” football program into the 2026 season. Ernie Adams, the longtime New England Patriots research director and a central figure in the franchise’s six Super Bowl titles, has been named the program’s interim head coach. Rivals Andy Villamarzo was first to confirm the news with the school.
Suffield Academy O-line star Hawken Anderson commits to Boston College
That new O-line coach hire is already paying off for BC. Hawken Anderson – son of new OL coach Kurt Anderson – and Suffield Academy standout officially committed to BC with a social media announcement on Sunday afternoon.
Waterford (CT) names Pat Dougherty Head Football Coach
Waterford High School has hired Pat Dougherty as the program’s new head football coach. Dougherty comes to Waterford from Berlin High School where he coached under John Capodice. The Redcoats won the Class MM state title this past season.
Tom Unger officially named coach at West Haven
After serving as interim coach in 2025, Tom Unger was named the full time coach at West Haven High School.
The decision to hire Unger full time was made at the end of January according to GameTime CT. Unger led the Blue Devils to a 5-5 record last season, barely missing the playoffs.
Brendan Costa Named Head Coach at Seekonk High School
SEEKONK — The Seekonk High School football program is entering a new era with a familiar face at the helm. Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell and Athletic Director Kathryn Manigan have officially announced the appointment of Brendan Costa as the school’s new Head Football Coach, effective Feb. 10.
Outlaw leaves Bloomfield for alma mater, East Hartford
After sixteen years and three state titles, Tylon “Ty” Outlaw is coming home. In a move that signals the end of a dominant era for Bloomfield High School, Outlaw has officially resigned as the head football coach of the Warhawks to accept the same position at his alma mater, East Hartford High School.
Jeff Eckler Named Head Football Coach at Canton High School
The Canton High School Athletic Department has officially named Jeff Eckler as the school’s new Head Varsity Football Coach.
A proud member of the Canton High School Class of 1991, Eckler’s journey with the program began on the field where he was a standout player and team captain. After earning his degree in Physical Education from Bridgewater State College, he returned to his alma mater to help shape the next generation, both in the classroom and on the sidelines.