Week 1 - Will Nathan (9/7)
The Jets named Will Nathan of Randolph High School in Randolph, NJ this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Nahan will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Randolph High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Nahan will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the Tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Randolph Rams rallied from 27 points down to defeat Shabazz 42-40 in their home opener, marking the biggest comeback the team has had since 2018. In his 10th year of coaching, Nahan has spent the last nine seasons at Randolph High School, including the last six as Head Coach. During his tenure, he has maintained a .500 record better, earning a 38-13 overall record. Will Nahan grew up in Lawrenceville, NJ and attended Lawrence High School, where he was a Linebacker and Fullback. He went on to play at Kean University, where he was a starter on the Defensive Line for three season and Team Captain in 2013. The Rams are coming off a 9-2 season.
Week 2 - Jon Simoneau (9/14)
The Jets named Jon Simoneau of Bernards High School in Randolph, NJ this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Simoneau has started off the season 3-0, earning his 99th, 100th and 101st career victories. Bernards has outscored their opponents a combined 117-25 with wins over: Jefferson, Hillside and South River. Coach Simoneau will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Bernards High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Simoneau will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the Tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
Coach Simoneau earned his 100th career victory, while also handing rival Hillside a 28-12 loss in their season opener. During his 15 years as Head Coach, Simoneau has collected a 100-51 overall record. Simoneau grew up in Woodbridge Township and attended John F. Kennedy High School, where he was a Defensive End and Tight End. Simoneau went on to play football and rugby at The College of New Jersey, where he graduated in 2001-the same year he began his career at Bernards. There, he has served as a coach for several sports, including football, basketball, baseball, and track. The Bernards football team is coming off an 8-2 season. Bernards will host Vorhees High School on Thursday, September 14th at 7:00 PM.
Week 3 - Dominick DeMatteo (9/20)
The Jets named Dominick DeMatteo of Mahopac High School in Mahopac, NY as the Jets High School Coach of the Week. Coach DeMatteo will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Mahopac High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach DeMatteo will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
In a rematch of last year's playoff loss, Mahopac took down top-ranked Harrison in 28-14 win. After trailing by 7 points going into halftime, Mahopac scored 21 unanswered points to seal the game. DeMatteo began his coaching career in 2007 and had stints at Arlington and Nyack before taking over at Mahopac in 2017. He learned techniques from his father, who coached for 52 seasons at Yonkers and Somers and amassed the second-most wins in state history at 360. DeMatteo has been a resident of Mahopac for 18 years and is a physical education teacher at Mahopac High School.
Week 4 - Don Drust (9/27)
The Jets named Don Drust of Cheshire High School in Cheshire, CT as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Drust will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Cheshire High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Drust will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the Tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student athletes.
The Cheshire Rams pulled off a 21-14 overtime win over Shelton in a top-10 matchup. They are currently ranked in GameTime CT's Top 10 poll and on a three -game winning streak. Drust graduated from Cheshire High School, where he was a varsity defensive back and wide receiver. He went on to play safety at University of Massachusetts Lowell. Drust later returned to Cheshire in 2007 as an assistant and has been Head Coach of his alma mater since 2012, earning a 59-49 overall record.
Week 5 - Jay Graber (10/4)
The Jets named Jay Graber of Matawan Regional High School in Aberdeen, NJ as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Graber will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Matawan Regional High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Graber will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the Tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Matawan Regional Huskies rallied to their first win of the season, topping previously undefeated Brick Township 18-13. Graber grew up in Milestone Township and attended Notre Dame High School, where he played quarterback for the varsity football team. He went on to play at Bryant University and threw for over 1,600 yards and 13 touchdowns during his senior year. Graber is now in his 9th season as head coach of Matawan and has a 79-55 overall record. Last year, the Huskies were 5-0 in the Shore conference.
Week 6 - Jermain Johnson (10/11)
The Jets named Jermain Johnson of Montclair High School in Montclair, NJ as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Johnson will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Montclair High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Johnson will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Montclair Mounties snapped a five-year losing streak to East Orange Campus High School in a 42-27 win over the Jaguars. The win improved their overall record to 5-1 on the season, in which they have outscored their opponents 184-98. Johnson grew up in Bloomfield, NJ and attended Bloomfield High School, where he was a running back. After graduating, he went on to play at Montclair State University, switching positions to defensive back. Following his college career, Johnson stayed at Montclair State University as a secondary coach before returning to Bloomfield High School as an assistant. He later went on to coach at Paterson Eastside and Wayne Hills before starting at Belleville in 2018. Johnson took over at Montclair in 2022 and will look to add a sixth win in their upcoming game against Ridgewood.
Week 7 - Kevin Dolan (10/17)
The Jets named Kevin Dolan of Chaminade High School in Mineola, NY as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Dolan will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Chaminade High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Dolan will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Chaminade Flyers took down Kellenberg Memorial 35-7 to earn their first win of the season. Coach Dolan grew up in Elmont, NY and attended Chaminade High School, where he was an offensive lineman and captained the team during his senior year. He went on to play at Cortland State University and graduated in 1989 with a degree in physical education. That year, Dolan launched his coaching career as an assistant at Lynbrook High School before finding his first head coaching job at New Hyde Park Memorial in 1999. He remained with the Gladiators for 16 years, and took over at Chaminade in 2016. Between the two schools, he has amassed over 80 wins.
Week 8 - Rocco Del Priore (10/24)
The Jets named Rocco Del Priore of Monsignor Farrell High School in Staten Island, NY as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Del Priore will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Monsignor Farrell High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON TOURNAMENT.
Coach Del Priore will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Monsignor Farrell Lions stunned on the road with a 27-21 win over New York's #1 ranked team, St. Anthony's, marking the first time they took down the Friars since 2000. Coach Del Priore grew up in Oakwood, NY and attended Monsignor Farrell High School, where he played nose guard for four years. Since returning to his alma mater 18 years ago, Del Priore has held several positions with the Lions, including his most recent stint as varsity defensive coordinator. He was named head coach in 2022 and has led Monsignor Farrell to a 6-2 record this season.
Week 8 - Steve Dunn (11/1)
The Jets named Steve Dunn of Rutherford High School in Rutherford, NJ been as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Dunn will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Rutherford High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Dunn will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
Rutherford won their third consecutive NJIC Championship and continued their undefeated season with a 26-7 win over Park Ridge. Coach Dunn grew up in Rutherford and graduated from Rutherford High School in 2003. He later went on to King's College in Wilks-Barre, PA, where he was an offensive lineman. In 2007, Dunn returned to his alma mater-this time, as a math teacher, where he has worked for the last 16 years. He was named head coach of Rutherford in 2020 and has amassed a 31-6 overall record. The Bulldogs are currently 9-0 and will look to keep their momentum alive against Hanover Park in the semifinal round of the NJSIAA Football Playoffs.
Week 10 - Anthony Morello (11/9)
The Jets named Anthony Morello of Greenwich High School in Greenwich, CT as this week's High School Coach of the Week. Coach Morello will receive a $1,000 donation to benefit the school's football program. Along with the monetary award, Greenwich High School will receive an automatic bid to compete in the 2024 New York Jets 11-ON Tournament.
Coach Morello will be invited to attend the New York Jets vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday, December 10th, where he will be honored on-field at MetLife Stadium.
In its 28th year, the Jets High School Coach of the Week award is given to a coach in the tri-state area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school, and their student-athletes.
The Greenwich Cardinals kept their undefeated streak going with a 23-9 win over St. Joseph High School, improving to 7-0 on the season. It was the first time the Cardinals won at St. Joseph's since 2004. Coach Morello grew up in Greenwich and attended Greenwich High School, where he earned All-FCIAC and All-State accolades, and was team captain during his senior season. He continued to play at Union College, where he was named All Liberty League from 2006-2008 and was named the team's MVP on offense. Morello began with the Cardinal's in 2011 as head coach of the freshman team, leading them to three consecutive undefeated seasons. He was soon promoted to the offensive line coach, followed by running game coordinator before being named head coach in 2019. In four seasons as head coach, he's amassed a 34-8 overall record, and was the 2022 LL State Champions.
