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East St. Louis Flyers Promote Assistant to Coordinator Role

๐Ÿ“ East St. Louis FlyersยทThursday, July 2, 2026ยทFridayNightPulse Insider

East St. Louis Flyers head coach, Mike Jones, has elevated assistant coach, Darnell Lee, to the position of defensive coordinator. Lee has spent the past four seasons with the program, developing talent and contributing to the team's success. The move is seen as a strategic step in preparing the Flyers for the upcoming 6A season, where they will look to build on their recent 8-4 record. With Lee's promotion, the Flyers' defense is expected to be a major factor in their quest for a state championship. The team has been actively recruiting top talent from the St. Louis area, and Lee's expertise will be crucial in evaluating and developing these new players. This move is expected to give the Flyers a competitive edge in the highly competitive Southwestern Conference.

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