Chad President grew up in Temple, watching the Wildcats play. He became a star athlete for Temple, memorably quarterbacking the Wildcats to the Class 5A Division I state championship game as a senior in 2014. In December 2023 he returned to his alma mater as offensive coordinator.

Now, a man who is Temple to his core and mature beyond his years has landed his dream job as head football coach of the tradition-rich Wildcats.

Temple ISD on Friday announced it was hiring the 28-year-old President to lead its program, effective immediately. It’s the first head coaching position for President, whose play-calling for a productive offense helped propel the resurgent Wildcats (7-4) to a 6A Division I playoff berth last season.

“This was my dream as a kid. I knew I wanted to coach and knew I wanted to coach in Temple,” said President, who had three brothers and several other family members play football for Temple. “I’ve prayed about it and now that it’s happened, it’s emotional for me and my fa... Click here to read full article

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