However, as accomplished as he was as a football player, all of that was merely a training ground for what is Dodge's true calling in life -- to be a Texas high school football head coach. Hes so explosive. The official home of Southlake Carroll Dragons athletics. As the son of four-time Texas High School State Champion Head Coach Todd Dodge, it comes as no surprise that Head Coach Dodge has an incredible history as a football player and coach. At the last minute, Head Coach Kevin Sumlin elevated Riley to an important play calling role in the press box for that game. Bob Ledbetter (Carroll head football coach, . Joseph Hoyt, Staff Writer. For me, I was looking for the best offensive line coach in the state of Texas. Joseph has covered high school sports for The Dallas Morning News since November, 2018. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Braves snap Monarch's 29-game winning streak in CIF Southern Section Division 1 championship, move to Open Division finals. After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2016, Joseph interned at The News before working for The Ames Tribune and KOIN-TV in Portland. We took on practice and games at one time. When you have that mindset, things take care of themselves. Even in a program thats won so much, this was a program-changing victory. In 17 seasons with Ledbetter at the helm, the Dragons won 208 games including three 16-0 state championship seasons (1988, 1992, 1993) and a national record 72 consecutive regular season wins. First published on February 5, 2018 / 7:37 AM. Hanner says he doesn't know what "core values" are, and the ambiguity could mean the school district can decide whatever it wants. The expectations, they were high, Renfro told The Dallas Morning News this week. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, Stand with us in our mission to discover and uncover the story of North Texas, Riley Dodges mission at Southlake Carroll took the next step in 2020, but more work still remains, winning 52-34 in Saturdays 6A Div. I can assure you that he intends to cooperate fully with the district during this investigation. It's incredible how dynamic you can be and all of the different things you can do in his defense while still keeping things relatively simple and playing fast., Lee has great energy, and he's a great teacher, he continues. [14/27] Duncanville defensive lineman Kelson English (99), defensive back Cole Carter (24) and defensive back Sam Roberts (15) celebrate an interception by Carter during the second half of their. Fort Worth police have just released dashcam footage of a jackknifing 18-wheeler that smashed into a police cruiser and a disabled vehicle during last month's ice storm. Community Connector School Program presented by Optimum, Mr. Texas Football Player of the Year Award, North Texas Dance Team Spotlight presented by Children's Health, San Antonio Inspirational Coach of the Week, San Antonio Student Trainer Program Spotlight, Texas Children's Training Staff Superstars Award. 7:00pm. He has it, the it factor.". The season officially begins on Aug. 25 at home against El Paso Eastwood. Duncanville is fastest riser due to success of boys, girls basketball teams. The school board meeting is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. at theCarroll ISD administration center at2400 N. Carroll Avenue. Parts of North Texas are under an enhanced risk of severe weather on Thursday night, meaning we could see thunderstorms, hail and even tornadoes. Sources tell CBS 11 News that Wasson's attorney had lengthy meetings with Carroll ISD representatives last week. He returned to The News in Nov. 2018. I ran the numbers at a recent function we were at and I think it came to 19 years in total as a staff of college coaching alone, Dodge says. The time and place hadnt been determined as of Saturday afternoon, according to Dodge. RELATED: Southlake Carroll (Texas) head coach Hal Wasson speaks for first time since being placed on administrative leave Statement from former Southlake Carroll football coach Hal Wasson. Thursday, Aug. 17 Arlington | Arlington High School | 7 p.m. (Scrimmage), Friday, Aug. 25 El Paso Eastwood | Bob Ledbetter Field | 7 p.m. (Green Out/DYF Night/Field Dedication), Friday, Sept. 1 Flower Mound Marcus | Bob Ledbetter Field | 7 p.m. (Emerald Belles' 60th Anniversary). Home Non-District. Coach Hal Wasson has led the team for more than 10 years. Carroll Football Releases 2023 Football Schedule. Riley is an innovative offensive mind, Todd says, but if you really want to believe it you dont have to take Todds word for it. With the passing came the glory. PORT NECHES, Texas Port Neches-Groves ISD has named Southlake Carroll assistant coach Jeff Joseph as the lone finalist for their vacant athletic director/head football coach position. After an impressive 13-1 season and the graduation of several key players, including all-time leading rusher Owen Allen, the 2023 roster will have plenty of new names and faces. Prior to his acceptance of the job last week, I had a 45-minute phone conversation with Dodge during which he detailed his game plan for leading the Dragons program. Embracing the past, Dodge branded the moniker Protect the Tradition. By his third season, the Dragons were back in the spotlight. 817.416.4500. Coaching at Carroll was Rileys first head-coaching position.). Find more high school sports stories from The Dallas Morning News here. SOUTHLAKE (CBS 11 SPORTS) - You'll be hard pressed to find a more high profile high school football program in the state of Texas than the 8-time State Champion Southlake Carroll Dragons. Southlake, TX 76092 Click here to view the box score. We keep in touch, and I always told him if I got the chance to be a head coach, I wanted him to come with, so it all worked out perfectly there., And having worked with Carl before and being able to bring in a veteran guy that has actually called the defensive plays was huge.. Safeties coachbrRobert Drake, special teams and linebackers coach Mike Loveless and defensive line coach Aaron Lineweaver - the son of former legendary Euless Trinity head coach Steve Lineweaver - have all been on Carroll's staff since Dodge was a player with the former a member of seven state titles with the Dragons. Eastwood El Paso. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. He takes over an Italy squad that stumbled down the stretch of the season a year ago losing their . Chris was an assistant atbrA&M for three years and did a great job at Carthage. The winning formula was the same: committed athletes and disciplined coaching backed up by school district and community support. Offensive coordinator Jordan Johnson was namedthe next head football coach at Friendswood High, while linebackers coach Mike Loveless was named the new AD/HC at Italy High School. Thursday, Oct. 5 Keller | KISD Athletics Complex | 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 Keller Central | Bob Ledbetter Field | 7 p.m. (Pink Out). The end of the regular season will see the Dragons take on Eaton on Oct. 19, Byron Nelson on Oct. 27 and Fossil Ridge on Nov. 3, after which postseason play will begin. Johnson, who will replaceRobert Koopman, has been the offensive coordinator for the Wildcats the past three seasons, helping the Wildcats to a state title game appearance in 2021. Southlake Carroll - 2020-2021; Southlake Carroll - 6A Division 1. The Southlake Carroll Dragons are also 10-0 and first place in their district. Some of the greatest Texas high school coaches ever got their first head coaching jobs at a younger age the legendary G. A. Moore (24) and Gordon Wood (26). Loveless takes over for Lee Wilkins, who resigned his post after just one season leading the Gladiators. He knows what it takes to win. Fri, 8/26. Southlake Carroll head football coach Riley Dodge confirmed Tuesday that he has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the Class 6A Division 1 state semifinal game against No . The Chaparrals are coached by former Dragon head football coach, Todd Dodge and Rileys dad. In 1994, Carrolls first year in Class 4A, the streak ended. It might be the same reason the LA Rams hired 30-year-old Sean McVay and the Oklahoma Sooners handed over the reins to 33-year-old Lincoln Riley last year. In a statement, the coachs attorney said Wasson and his staff have always endeavored to do things the right way. Texas high school football state semifinal schedule, playoff brackets, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders and scores - live and final. I came away from that discussion thinking I had just been talking with Lincoln Riley. Panthers take top spot after knocking off North Shore 28-21 in the Class 6A-1 state championship game. The streak saw an unrivaled reloading of talented, well-trained athletes. The lawyer representing Coach Wasson said his client is fully cooperating with the investigation and not only welcomes it but is looking forward to defending himself and the program. Dodge was then hired by Texas Head Coach Mack Brown in 2013. This is the full story. Once again, the Dragons were making history this time as the first-ever team to move up in classification and finish the season winning the state championship. Southlake Carroll won the 5A Texas state championship in 2006 with a 43-29 win over Austin Westlake . Thursday, Oct. 19 Eaton | Northwest ISD Stadium | 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 Byron Nelson | Northwest ISD Stadium | 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 Keller Fossil Ridge | Bob Ledbetter Field | 7 p.m. (Senior Night), 520 E. Southlake Blvd. This is Carrolls first trip to the state semifinals since 2011, a year that ended with Carrolls eighth state championship. By Brian Gosset. It was almost a failure if we didnt win the state championship. And we have it on both sides of the ball.". The Southlake Carroll football coach, a member of two Carroll state championship teams from 2005-06, has seen what life is like beyond this point. Ledbetters coaching staff remained stable and included future head coaches. We just come out and play ball.. His teams won four state championships and went 79-1 from 2002-06, their only loss coming by one point in the 2003 state championship game. In 2007, Dodges former assistant Hal Wasson stepped up as head coach. Texas high school football state semifinal playoff schedule and scores - live and final. However, this years schedule will be quite familiar to Dragon faithful as it isa mirror image of the 2022 season with the same weekly matchup of teams. PH: (817) 949-8300 More recently, Joey McGuire was 31 when Cedar Hill promoted him to head coach in 2003. 2, Dodge said of Gordon. Heres a look at the first three coaching seasons for both Todd and Riley Dodge at Southlake Carroll. In 2020, the Dragons' loss in the Division I state championship game against Austin Westlake was a personal one for Riley. Kay leaves Houston program with over 100 wins, four state titles. The history. Becky Slaight | RASlaight@fcps.edu Administrative Assistant | 703-715-4517. Steve Keasler, Asst. Kenny Hill joined that group in 2011. Keep that in mind. One glimpse inside the Carroll coaches' office reveals the numbers to be concerned with are not that of Dodge's age, but that of high school coordinating experience, coaching years in the collegiate ranks and state championship rings aboard the staff; a wealth of knowledge and teaching ability many of Dodge'sbrcontemporaries could only dream of having at their disposal. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Carroll ISD Athletic Department will provide athletic, academic, and personal development by creating an intentional culture that fosters positive relationships which strive for a tradition of excellence. . After former Carroll head coach Hal Wasson resigned in 2018, Carroll sought a coach that could bring the Dragons back to that standard. We call it recess out here. He finished with 31 carries for 161 yards and two touchdowns. He has led the Dragons to the state playoffs every season since. 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The Longhorns, who had never even made the playoffs before, won 3 state titles in the next 14 years. The Southlake Carroll football coach, a member of two Carroll state championship teams from 2005-06, has seen what life is like beyond this point. 2023 Southlake Historical Society | Website by SullivanPerkins, GET IN TOUCH He was their head football coach from 2000 to 2006, and his son, Riley, was the star quarterback. It's really with the entire offensive staff, but for coach Williams, I and coach Smith, a lot of the work is done on Saturday and Sunday, Dodge says. I was looking for the best on the line and I got him.. Carroll ISD Athletic Department will provide athletic, academic, and personal development by creating an intentional culture that fosters positive relationships which strive for a tradition of excellence. If ever there was a person who was born to coach, it is Riley Dodge. It's because Riley Dodge, the "favorite son" among many Dragon faithful, is ready to lead the Dragon football program. Dodges innovative offense was the cover story to this chapter. He has led the Dragons to the state playoffs every season since. College career [ edit] He turns 30 in October. Andrew Duggan | amduggan@fcps.edu Dir. 5/6/2021. Jennifer Suitor, Athletics Operations/Facilities Coordinator In 2015, Rick was invited to write the introduction for the historical societys book, Southlake Carroll Dragon Football, reprinted below. The Dragons defense answered that immediately, forcing a three-and-out on Trinitys opening drive. Southlake Carroll has three outdoor turf fields and an indoor turf field that the Dallas Cowboys have used. All of those great coaches have one thing in common. We've been the Bible of Texas football fans for 61 years. 30 were here. District play is set to begin on Sept. 14 in a game against Keller Timber Creek, followed by games against Haltom, Keller and Keller Central on Sept. 22, Oct. 5 and Oct. 13. Dodge saw this juncture as a ceiling that needed to be broken, and his team went out and shattered it Saturday, beating Euless Trinity 59-35. Denton Guyer offensive coordinator Jordan Johnson has been named Friendswood High School's athletic director and head football coach, while linebackers coach Mike Loveless accepts the AD/HFC job at Italy High School. I state championship, Todd saw more than a worthy competitor in his son. Todd Dodge was hired in 2000 to revive the programs past glory, and he quickly proved to be the perfect fit. Red Devils among five programs who stay in monthly rankings, sit at No. The patriarch of Dragon football is Bob Ledbetter who took the program to new heights. Assistant Coach. You can know were coming at you, Gordon said after the win over Allen, but youve got to stop it.. But he also reminded his players of one other thing: he told them theres more work to be done, and going from the final four to the last one standing wont be easy. Carroll outscored teams 3,136-441. 2020-2021 Football Team Information. Lee Munn, the man coordinating the Carroll defense, has spent the past six years working withbrTodd Dodge at Marble Falls and Austin Westlake. Southlake Carroll and Vernon played in 1992 in what became one of the greatest Texas high school football games ever. History would back that up, too, and a reminder of it was on the other sideline. After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2016, Joseph interned at The News before working for The Ames Tribune and KOIN-TV in Portland. To have a guy that was on my dad's staff now on my staff, that's pretty cool, Dodge says. Like his father, it only took three years for Riley to lead Carroll to a state championship game. Wassons attorney says it's conceivable the coach can return to the Dragons and continue building a stronger foundation at Southlake Carroll.. There is a lot of experience here, and a lot of guys that have done it in college or as coordinators. That has folks talking about just how much a high school football coach is worth in Texas. He then went on to play quarterback and wide receiver at the Division 1 collegiate level at the University of North Texas and McNeese State. I, that means everything to us. Photographer Tommy Hays has posted a new gallery Southlake Carroll vs. Guyer (UIL 6A D-1 Regionals) containing 259 photos. There is no doubt in my mind that Riley Dodge is imminently qualified to take the reins of this program. He takes over an Italy squad that stumbled down the stretch of the season a year ago losing their last three games and finishing at 4-6 and outside of the playoffs. "Its a dream come true.". Coach Todd used to be a huge Southlake Carroll fan himself. 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