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Marian Central Catholic hires Dirk Stanger as head football coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:22 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Marian Central Catholic hires Dirk Stanger as head football coach
Summary

Marian Central Catholic High School in Woodstock, Illinois, has appointed Dirk Stanger as its new head football coach ahead of the 2026 season. The announcement was made via social media, highlighting the introduction of Stanger as a key figure for future programs. The Hurricanes, who are four-time state champions, have struggled in recent years, finishing below.500 for the last nine seasons. The team's last winning record was 8-5 in 2017, and they wrapped up the previous season with a 4-5 mark and a No. 226 ranking in the Illinois High School Football Massey Rankings.

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  • •Dirk Stanger is appointed head coach for the 2026 season.
  • •Marian Central Catholic has not had a winning season since 2017.
  • •The Hurricanes finished the 2025 season with a 4-5 record.
  • •Stanger's hiring is expected to foster a positive future for the program.
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  • 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — Marian Central Catholic (IL) football hires a new head coach
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Woodstock (IL) Marian Central Catholic football has decided on a new head coach ahead of the 2026 season, according to a announcement on social media. [ $19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ] Per the announcement by the 4-time state champion Marian Central Catholic’s football handle, the Hurricanes have […]

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