Eastside Catholic Crusaders Name New Coordinator
The Eastside Catholic Crusaders have promoted assistant coach Ryan Thompson to coordinator, a move that signals a shift in the 3A program's emphasis on developing young talent. Thompson has spent three seasons with the Crusaders, helping to build a strong foundation of skill players and linemen. The promotion is expected to have a significant impact on the team's recruiting efforts, as Thompson's reputation as a developer of talent is well-known in the local coaching community. The Crusaders' recent record of 15-5 over the past two seasons has set high expectations for the upcoming season, and Thompson's elevation to coordinator is seen as a key factor in the team's quest for a state championship. The move also sets up a potential power struggle with the team's current coordinator, who has been with the program for over a decade.