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Shelton Gaels Tab Assistant Coach as New Coordinator
📍 Shelton Gaels·Monday, July 6, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
The Shelton Gaels, a Class LL football program based in Shelton, Conn., have elevated assistant coach Michael Smith to the role of defensive coordinator. Smith, a five-year veteran of the program, has been instrumental in developing the team's defensive talent. His promotion is seen as a key move by the Gaels' coaching staff to bolster their defensive unit ahead of the upcoming season. The Gaels finished 4-6 last year, and Smith's expertise is expected to play a crucial role in turning the team's fortunes around. With the addition of Smith to the coordinator role, the Gaels' coaching staff is looking to improve their recruiting efforts and compete with the top teams in the SCC and CIAC Class LL.