Mount Carmel Promotes Assistant Coach to Coordinator Role
Mount Carmel High School has elevated assistant coach Michael Jenkins to defensive coordinator, a move that comes after five seasons developing talent within the program. The Caravan, a Class 8A powerhouse from Chicago, has posted a 35-15 record over the past five years, including a 9-3 mark in 2024. Jenkins' promotion is expected to boost the team's recruiting efforts, particularly in the defensive backfield, where he has a reputation for producing top-tier talent. As coordinator, Jenkins will oversee a unit that allowed just 14 points per game in 2024, a number that could be a key factor in the team's quest for a state championship this fall. The move is seen as a significant development in the program's ongoing quest for gridiron supremacy in the Chicago metropolitan area.