Apr 04, 2022

CORRECTION: Hopkins new head football coach at Sacred Heart

Posted Apr 04, 2022 6:31 PM

CORRECTION: The information concerning former coach Shane Richards has been corrected below. He was not let go. According to Sacred Heart Athletic Director Bryce Woodall, "Shane Richards wasn't let go, he decided to resign. He filled a gap for us over those two years, and it was greatly appreciated." Salina Post apologizes for the error.

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Sacred Heart High School announced in a statement on Monday that Jeremy Hopkins has been hired as the new head football coach of the Knights, and will take over coaching duties for the 2022 season.

The school said in the official statement that "We are extremely excited for Mr. Hopkins to lead our Football program. Coach Hopkins will bring a vast amount of leadership, energy, dedication, and commitment to the Sacred Heart Football program and school community. His passion to help develop student-athletes into young men is clear, and he has a strong desire for success inside and outside of the classroom. He looks to instill a strong work ethic and personal responsibility to the program at Sacred Heart. In addition, he fully understands the mission of the school and his role in helping to fulfill it.”

Hopkins will take over for Shane Richards who resigned after two seasons and a 2-16 overall record.