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Coach Stevenson completed his doctorate in sport and performance psychology and earned his master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Lamar University. Stevenson played for two hall of fame head coaches, Tim Kelly (basketball) and Dick Zatkovich (football), at Lincoln High School in Washington. Stevenson has worked with varsity basketball, wrestling, track and field, and football athletes. He has a background not only in coaching but also in the recruiting process for potential college players.

Coach Johnson started his football career at Saint Rita High School. As an All-American and preseason defensive player of the year, Johnson finished his college career as No. 4 in all-time sacks. As a free agent, Johnson was signed with the New York Jets. He was drafted for the XFL and has played for the AFL. Johnson has coached for two years at Illinois Wesleyan and two years for the Varsity D Line at Plainfield South High School. He is passionate about coaching and passing on what he has learned to everyone he mentors.

Coach Smith began his career at Michigan State before going to Oklahoma State for the 2017 season. Members of the media voted Smith the 2018 Defensive MVP of the Liberty Bowl. Smith helped the Cowboys rank in the top 20 nationally in sacks, tackles for loss and red zone defense. He ranked among the nation’s top defensive tackles by Rivals, Scout, 247Sports and ESPN and was listed as a four-star prospect by Rivals.

Coach Gibson played college football for the University of Notre Dame before being drafted for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1995. After three successful years with the Steelers, Gibson joined the Cincinnati Bengals, where he played until 2003. Gibson began his illustrious career with his nomination as High School All-American by USA Today in 1989. During his time as a football defensive tackle in the NFL with the Steelers and Bengals, Gibson performed 243 tackles, 17.5 sacks and one interception.