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Rockhurst Hawklets Name New Defensive Coordinator
📍 Rockhurst Hawklets·Thursday, July 16, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
Rockhurst High School in Kansas City has promoted assistant coach Michael Smith to defensive coordinator. Smith, a four-year member of the Hawklets' coaching staff, has been instrumental in developing the team's defensive talent. The Hawklets, a 5A classification program, have struggled in recent years, posting a 12-22 record over the last two seasons. The move is seen as a bid to bolster the team's competitiveness in the Missouri State High School Activities Association's (MSHSAA) 5A West Region. Smith's promotion is also a key part of the program's recruiting strategy, as the team looks to attract top defensive talent in the Kansas City area.