West Des Moines Valley Tigers Name New Defensive Coordinator

West Des Moines Valley High School has promoted assistant coach John Smith to defensive coordinator, a role he will assume for the upcoming season. Smith has spent five seasons with the Tigers, developing key players and contributing to the team's recent success. Under his guidance, Valley has posted a 25-10 record over the past three seasons, including a 9-2 mark in 2024. The Tigers are a perennial power in 4A, competing with top programs from across the state. Smith's promotion is expected to bolster the team's recruiting efforts, as he will now be a key figure in evaluating and developing talent. With his increased role, Valley looks to build on its recent success and make a deep run in the playoffs.

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