Aledo Bearcats Name New Coordinator After 5-Year Development Period
The Aledo Bearcats have promoted assistant coach Michael Johnson to coordinator, a move that comes after five seasons of developing talent in the 5A program. Under Johnson's guidance, several Bearcats players have earned all-district and all-state honors, contributing to the team's 35-10 record over the past five years. Johnson's elevation to coordinator is expected to have a significant impact on the team's recruiting efforts, as his reputation for developing players will likely attract top talent from across the region. The move also positions the Bearcats to be competitive in a highly competitive District 5-5A, where they will face off against powerhouses like Mansfield and Denton Guyer. The Bearcats will enter the 2026 season with high expectations, and Johnson's promotion is a key factor in their quest for a district title and deep playoff run.