Richland Springs hires James McIntyre Jr. as new football coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Richland Springs has appointed James McIntyre Jr. as the new head football coach. McIntyre, who served as the defensive coordinator during the team's 2023 season, returns after a successful previous tenure that included a 13-1 record and reaching the state semifinals. He takes over the Coyotes following the departure of former head coach Harley Ethridge. The Coyotes are looking to reclaim their position in Texas six-man football after finishing as runners-up in the Class 1A Division II state championship. McIntyre expressed excitement about returning to his hometown and aims to lead the team to its tenth state title.
- •McIntyre rejoins Richland Springs after previously coaching at Rocksprings.
- •The Coyotes have three returning players from their championship run.
- •Richland Springs last won a state title in 2019.
- •McIntyre aims to bring home a tenth championship.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Richland Springs football hires familiar face to lead program
"The Richland Springs football team welcomed a familiar face back to sideline. Former defensive coordinator James McIntyre Jr. was hired to lead the Coyotes.
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