Central Catholic Rams Promote Assistant Coach to Coordinator Role
Central Catholic Rams head coach Ryan Olsson announced Friday that assistant coach Tyler Smith has been elevated to defensive coordinator after five seasons with the program. Smith has developed several key players during his tenure, including defensive back Michael Johnson, who earned all-state honors last season. The Rams finished the 2024-2025 campaign with a 7-4 record, narrowly missing the playoffs in the 6A classification. Smith's promotion is expected to boost recruiting efforts and competitiveness, particularly on defense. The Rams are looking to improve their chances in the highly competitive Portland metropolitan area, where they will face stiff competition from top-ranked teams like Jesuit and Tigard. The team's summer camp is underway, and Smith will play a key role in shaping the Rams' defensive strategy for the upcoming season.