West Point Green Wave Promotes Assistant Coach to Coordinator Role
The West Point Green Wave football program has promoted assistant coach Ryan Thompson to defensive coordinator, the school announced Thursday. Thompson, a five-year veteran of the coaching staff, has been instrumental in developing the team's defense, which has shown significant improvement over the past two seasons. The Green Wave, a 5A program, finished with a 7-4 record last year. Thompson's promotion is expected to have a significant impact on the team's recruiting efforts, as he will now be responsible for coordinating the defensive scheme and working closely with the head coach to identify and recruit top talent. With the 2026 season just around the corner, Thompson's elevation to coordinator is seen as a key move to help the Green Wave remain competitive in the state's top classification.