Anniston (Ala.) football tabs next head football coach

Anniston High School (Ala.) football is coming off an appearance in the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s (AHSAA) Class 4A state championship, but has been looking for a new head coach. On Tuesday, one of their own returned home to take the vacant job.

According to a East Alabama Sports Today report, Talladega (Ala.) head coach Damien Dorsey has been approved by the Anniston Board of Education to become the program’s next lead man. Dorsey led Talladega the last two seasons, snapping a 28-game losing skid the program was on while going 3-16.

 “He’s a graduate of Anniston High School. My thing is that he’s going to be good on the field and off the field,” Anniston Board of Education member Rodney Fomby said via the report.

“When I say on the field, as far as coaching, and off the field, as far as working with the community. He’s somewhat familiar with the community. We can probably get some good players. I know this first year is probably going to be kind of rough, but I just believe that, with us supporting him on the field and off the field, the Bulldogs will rise again.”

Rico Jackson stepped away as Anniston’s head coach earlier this year after three seasons at the helm Jackson led the Bulldogs to their first state championship berth since the 1990’s. The Bulldogs will have plenty of talent coming back, including Class of 2027 three-star offensive lineman Sharontae Bailey.

Anniston ended last season with a 13-1 record and as the No. 41 ranked team, according to the Alabama 2025 High School Football Massey Rankings.

More about Anniston High School

Anniston High School is dedicated to empowering students academically and athletically. With a rich tradition of sportsmanship and community support, it offers a comprehensive education alongside diverse athletic programs. The Bulldogs aim to instill values of hard work, respect, and leadership in their students, preparing them for success both in school and in life.

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