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Purple Knights' Head Coach Signs Contract Extension Through 2029
📍 St. Augustine Purple Knights·Monday, July 13, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
St. Augustine High School in New Orleans announced Friday that head football coach, Michael Tellez, has signed a contract extension through the 2029 season. Tellez led the Purple Knights to back-to-back playoff appearances in 2024 and 2025, marking the program's first consecutive postseason runs since 2018. The 4A powerhouse has seen a surge in recruiting interest, with several top prospects committing to the program in recent months. The extension is expected to solidify Tellez's position as one of the top coaches in the LHSAA 4A division. With a strong core of returning players and a deep recruiting class, the Purple Knights are poised for another competitive season in 2026.