Firebirds Coach Signs Contract Extension

Lawrence Free State High School head coach, Mike Gordon, has agreed to a contract extension through the 2029 season. The move comes on the heels of back-to-back playoff appearances for the 6A Firebirds, who finished with a 9-3 record in 2024 and a 10-2 record in 2025. Gordon's leadership has been instrumental in the program's resurgence, and the extension is seen as a vote of confidence from the school administration. The move is expected to have a positive impact on recruiting, with top prospects taking notice of the stability and commitment to excellence at Free State. As the Firebirds look to build on their recent success, Gordon's contract extension provides a sense of continuity and momentum heading into the 2026 season.

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