The Chargers Coach of the Week (COW) program recognizes high school coaches who, through their hard work and dedication to young people, have made a difference in the lives of their players, community and schools. The program also provides high schools with financial assistance to help fund their athletic programs. Each week during the high school football season, the Chargers proudly announce their selection for San Diego County High School Coach of the Week as part of KUSI’s Prep Pigskin Report. The winner receives a $1,500 donation from the Chargers Community Foundation to the school's athletic department.
At the end of each season, one outstanding coach is selected as the Chargers “Coach of the Year” and is announced live during the Prep Pigskin Report’s annual Silver Pigskin Gala show. In recognition of his selection, the Coach of the Year receives a $2,500 donation for his school’s athletic department.
The following coaches were highlighted for their outstanding contributions to their community and high school football programs.
2012 Coaches of the Week
Tom Karlo - Grossmont High School
Kris Plash - Orange Glen High School
Paul Gomes - Rancho Buena Vista High School
Mike Wright - Crawford High School
Judd Rachow - Chula Vista High School
Brian Basteyns - Serra High School
Gil Warren - Olympian High School
Mike Martinez - Patrick Henry High School
Jason Texler - San Marcos High School
Eric Perry - University City High School
Cody Roelof - Hilltop High School
Charles Bussey - Valhalla High School
David Dunn - Lincoln High School
Chargers Coaches of the Year:
2012 - Coach David Dunn - Lincoln High School
2011 - Coach Dave Gross - Santana High School
2010 - Coach Dan Williams - Vista High School
2009 - Coach Willie Matson - Mission Bay High School
2008 - Coach Rick Jackson - Madison High School
2007 - Coach John Carroll - Oceanside High School
2006 - Coach Ron Burner - El Capitan High School
2005 - Coach Dave Hostetler - Valhalla High School
