Jack Cochran begins tenure as New London high school football coach

Jack Cochran has returned to lead the New London High School football program after a 17-year absence from high school coaching. The 60-year-old coach, known for winning eight state championships with various Connecticut programs, took over the position this summer following the departure of Marquise Ruffin. Many players on the current roster were unfamiliar with his history or previous success when he arrived in June. Cochran focused on building trust with the team during the preseason, replacing a squad that finished 3-7 last year. He expects the players to maintain high standards through intense, disciplined training sessions as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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