I wonder what the rate is across all classes historically? And I wonder if the rate is substantially higher in recent years?
I can't speak for the state but I put together a chart some years ago on the rate here in the central Region and it is definitely more frequent than two decades ago. I can share some stats later this evening.I wonder what the rate is across all classes historically? And I wonder if the rate is substantially higher in recent years?
In the Central Region there is an average of 5 coaching changes per season. This year there have been 3 compared to 6 last season.I can't speak for the state but I put together a chart some years ago on the rate here in the central Region and it is definitely more frequent than two decades ago. I can share some stats later this evening.
Great question. And considering how difficult it is for some jurisdictions to retain teachers, I think that will somehow trickle down to high school coaching positions. And because of that, I expect numbers to continue to get worse.I wonder what the rate is across all classes historically? And I wonder if the rate is substantially higher in recent years?
I'm surprised that more of those with an absolute passion for coaching (and maybe teaching to a lesser extent) don't leave the area or the region and move to other states which pay substantially more...which of course, comes with more pressure.Being a head football coach is a full-time job that pays a couple thousand dollars after taxes - makes the decision to step away an easier one...
THIS!!This is main problem for all HS sports, not just football. It's turned into a year-round position and the pay hasn't improved since forever.
I'm sure retirement plans play into that as well.I'm surprised that more of those with an absolute passion for coaching (and maybe teaching to a lesser extent) don't leave the area or the region and move to other states which pay substantially more...which of course, comes with more pressure.
South Carolina and Georgia pay very very well.I'm sure retirement plans play into that as well.