Service Cougars Name New Coordinator

The Service Cougars have promoted assistant coach Ryan Thompson to defensive coordinator, a move that comes after five seasons of developing talent in Anchorage's 4A program. The Cougars finished 5-4 last season, a slight improvement from their 3-6 record in 2024. Thompson's elevation is expected to have a significant impact on the team's recruiting efforts, particularly in the defensive backfield, where he has a strong network of contacts. As a coordinator, Thompson will oversee a unit that struggled to contain opponents' high-powered offenses, a key area of focus for the Cougars this season. The move is seen as a positive step for the program, which is looking to make a deeper playoff run in 2026.

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