Beyond the Lights: Football Across Texas

Jason Haddock, head football coach and athletic director for Wharton ISD, is a strong believer in growing the right culture within your program. His program is intentional with this development, resulting in being awarded one of the Texas Way Districts of Distinction for the 2025-2026 school year. Focusing not only on athletics, but academics and serving the community, the Wharton Tigers are excelling in the game of life. They are dropping from 4A-2 to 3A-1 and will be a new team making an impact at the 3A level.

Tommy Koch, head football coach and athletic director for Paradise ISD got his seat at the big desk early in his career, but that's because he did not take anything for granted along the route he took to get to where he is. Working hard, taking ownership of every role and spending a lot of time improving his knowledge of the game are just a few of the reasons he was prepared for this role. He is a firm believer that he and his staff are where they are to do more than just coach kids and it is apparent when you talk to them that they have a greater purpose. With "TLJ" showing up in more places around the campus, the Panther athletic program might have a little extra help in their corner as they step onto the field!

Keri Timmerman, head football coach and athletic director for Marble Falls ISD, has put in more than his share of hours over the years preparing for the position he is in today. Many moves with his family and a lot of time spent learning from the best have shaped him as a coach and influenced him as a person as well. Starting year 3 at Marble Falls and the program advancing on the principles of the “Four Square Life”, the coaching staff and athletes are working hard to be a force in a very tough 4A division one district.