Baker County has a new head coach, and he’s full of promise.
Tom MacPherson, who was hired in 2014, left during the offseason to fill the vacancy at Orange Park High School. During his time at Baker County, he was 10-11.
Now, Baker County has hired Jamie Rodgers, who was voted Class 5A Coach of the Year in 2014.
Coach Rodgers leaves Suwannee High School after leading them to the state playoffs the last three years.
This is just the boost that Baker County needs to propel themselves past the other teams in 5A District 5.
Going 6-5 last year, the Wildcats haven’t won the district championship since 2012 and could seriously benefit from Coach Rodgers’ experience.
They were a high-scoring offense, and will likely continue that streak in 2016.
Winnable games for the Wildcats come against Baldwin, Menendez, Palatka, Middleburg, and Ridgeview.
Bishop Kenny should be a great matchup for Baker County, as well as Clay, Bradford and St. Augustine.
The Wildcats will also benefit from a relatively easy schedule, which should help them reach the playoffs in 2016.
Baker County Wildcats
Wildcats Full Of Hope For New Coach
Written by Kim Hoy
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