Chupacabras hire Corey Roberson as new head coach and general manager
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
College SportsThe New Mexico Chupacabras have appointed Corey Roberson as their new permanent head coach and general manager. Roberson joins the Indoor Football League organization following an eight-year tenure with the Green Bay Blizzard, where he recorded 65 wins and reached two league championship games. He takes over for interim coach Jerome Haywood, who led the team during the final five games of the season after Kyle Moore-Brown resigned in June. The Chupacabras finished their inaugural campaign with a 2-14 record following the franchise's rebranding in 2025. Co-owner Mike Fietz announced the hire on Tuesday, signaling a shift in leadership for the team based at Tingley Coliseum. Roberson stated he intends to implement a fast-paced, physical style of play as the organization prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Corey Roberson joins the Chupacabras as head coach and general manager.
- •Roberson previously led the Green Bay Blizzard to two consecutive IFL National Championship games.
- •The Chupacabras finished the season with a 2-14 record.
- •Jerome Haywood served as the interim head coach for the final five games.
- •The franchise plays its home games at Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Chupacabras hire Corey Roberson as next head coach
"After a two-month search, the Chupcabras have their coach. New Mexico’s first-year Indoor Football League (IFL) franchise has named Corey Roberson as its next permanent head coach, the organization announced Tuesday. A two-time IFL Coach of the Year selection, Roberson joins the Chupacabras after eight years in the same role with the Green Bay Blizzard. He won a franchise-record 65 games in ...
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