The Georgia high school football coaching landscape has seen significant shifts. In this episode, Jon and Hannah talk with three of the biggest names on the move. New Northside Warner Robins coach Boone Williams, Dalton's Chris Prewett, and Prince Avenue Christian's Jon Richt discuss their transitions, challenges, and visions for their storied programs.

Football Fridays in Georgia: Coaching Carousel - New Faces, New Places 

Episode Summary:

This episode dives into the significant coaching changes across the state during the offseason. Hosts Jon and Hannah welcome three prominent head coaches to discuss their new roles and the exciting challenges ahead.

The episode kicks off with Boone Williams, the newly appointed head coach at Northside High School in Warner Robins. Coach Williams reflects on his successful tenure at Langston Hughes and shares his motivations for taking on the prestigious Northside program, emphasizing the tradition and the opportunity to rebuild after a challenging season. He outlines his philosophy, which is focused on player development both on and off the field, aiming to instill belief and a winning mentality. He also shares his initial impressions of middle Georgia and the slightly slower pace of life compared to Atlanta.

Next up is Chris Prewett, the new head coach at Dalton High School. Coach Prewett discusses his move from Roswell to Dalton, highlighting the strong community support and the "sleeping giant" potential of the program, despite their recent struggles. He talks about respecting the program's history and traditions while focusing on daily improvement and instilling a competitive spirit in his young team. He also reflects on valuable lessons learned at Roswell and expresses his family's excitement about settling down in Dalton.

Finally, the podcast features Jon Richt, the new head coach at Prince Avenue Christian School, stepping into the big shoes left by Coach Vandegrift. Coach Richt, a PAC alum, is not only taking over a successful program, but he is continuing a legacy he has been a part of since the beginning. Plus, there are a lot of expectations that come with his family name (son of the legendary Coach Mark Richt).

Throughout the episode, Jon and Hannah provide context on the overall coaching carousel in Georgia, noting that around 18.5% of coaching positions have turned over this year. They also touch on other notable coaching moves across the state.

This episode offers valuable insights into the dynamics of coaching changes and the perspectives of three influential coaches embarking on new chapters in their careers within Georgia high school football.