Bill Kramer, Head Football Coach at Naples High School in Florida, visits the 1.Question Podcast to discuss the high school coaches voice within the NCAA. Message from Principal Darren Burkett. " Florida High School Athletic Association. He is most passionate about coaching football as it is his all-time favorite sport. Late buses will be running. He’ll continue to be a fulltime physical education teacher. As the first high school in Collier County, Naples High is rich in tradition and the alma mater of many community members who still support the school in a variety of ways. Naples became the first Southwest Florida football program to win a state title in 2001. ... VidSwap Coaching Tools; Join our Affiliate Program; Popular Sports. In 1998, he became the head football coach at Naples High School. Bill Kramer's year-by-year record at Naples, Bill Kramer resigns: What players, coaches are saying about legendary Naples High coach, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 5. With 234 all-time wins, including 18 at American, Kramer is third all-time among Southwest Florida coaches behind Fort Myers High's Sam Siranni Sr. (244) and Clewiston’s Al Morrell (253). Including three years at Hialeah-American before coming to Naples, Kramer is 234-64 in his career. Coach Cheek is currently attending college majoring in psychology. It was so much fun that Kramer decided it was time to leave. Barron Collier beat Naples in Kramer’s first season, but the Eagles have since won 21 straight in the series. This year when he reflected, he decided it was time to go. Kramer has since led two more Naples teams to the FHSAA State Finals finishing Runner-Up in 2003 and winning a second State Championship in 2007 with the area’s first ever perfect … 2021 FBU Top Gun Showcase Itinerary CLICK HERE. Fox, who has owned a home on Marco Island for 15 years, said he was honored to receive the award from the group after football has meant so much to him. September 7 - 11 - … NATIONAL COMPETITION. Naples High football coach Bill Kramer resigns after 22 years Naples High School football coach Bill Kramer announced he’s resigning after 22 seasons with the team. Coach Cheek is currently attending college majoring in psychology. Under his direction, Naples high school won 7 Section V titles and two state soccer titles. Jalal. “If anyone thinks, ‘Yahoo! HIGH SCHOOL. This is Coach Cheek's first year coaching football. Fort Myers High head coach Sammy Sirianni Jr., who has led the Green Wave since 2002, respected Kramer for the way he served the coaching profession and for stepping onto numerous local, state and national high school football boards to shape the sport. Coach Dugger is from Chicago Ill. However, those teams recognize what led Kramer to leave in the first place – that the coaching legend has built a powerhouse that is likely to sustain once he is gone. Golden Gate High School’s Benaiah Eugene (8) runs the ball with a Palmetto Ridge High School defender trying to make the tackle during their game in Naples, Friday, Oct.16, 2020. Kramer and assistants Paul Horne and Sam Dollar immediately resurrected the program. "It’s a sad day for high school football when you lose guys like that who have great passion for the game," Waldrop said. "He deserves to go out on his terms. Kramer has won more games in the playoffs (41) than any other Naples High football coach has won in the regular season. Community School of Naples, St. John Neuman High School, Lely High School, Barron Collier High School, Gulf Coast High School, Beacon High School, Golden Gate High School, Naples Technology Academy , Lorenzo Walker Technical High School, Collier Adult & Community Education Center, Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology, Naples Area Teenage Parenting, The Phoenix Program Naples… The 2007 Eagles went 15-0 and won the Class 3A championship, becoming the only Southwest Florida team to ever finish the season undefeated. I don’t think that culture is going to leave at all. 1100 Golden Eagle Circle Naples, FL 34102. Associations. One of the reasons for the sustained success is coaching consistency. Coach Kramer, nationally involved with the game of football, the coaching profession, and high school sports in general, gives insight on how high school coaches have to adjust to NCAA legislation. "It's definitely bittersweet, I know for him the blood, sweat and tears he put in," Sirianni said. In addition to coaching football, he has also coached baseball and basketball. From 1998-2019, Kramer went 216-51 at Naples, leading the team to two state championships, eight regional titles and 17 district crowns. See All. “(Naples) set the bar on what we want our program to be,” said Barron Collier coach Mark Jackson, who has coached the Cougars for five years and been coaching in Southwest Florida for 10. Contact. JULY 9-11, 2021 IN NAPLES, FLORIDA – FOOTBALL PARADISE. He has lived in Naples, Italy for 13 years and he graduated from Naples High School in 2013. Modugno, who’s been the Naples athletic director for 31 years, said he was grateful for the time the football coach spent at the school. Mr. Zack Cheek. Coach: Rick Martin ... a transfer who was a two-year starter at Eisenhower High … There are no health issues. With a program in place to continue that personal development, Kramer doesn’t see Naples getting knocked off as the top team in Southwest Florida anytime soon. Naples became the first Southwest Florida football program to win a state title in 2001. 27 likes. Colton Kersey at Florida State Championship. Naples went 3-7 in 1998. 11. FOOTBALL. “I don’t think anybody ought to be sad about this,” Modugno said. Naples High Cheer-Coach Vanessa's Page. He played high school football for 4 years and has been helping coach the Naples Wildcats for the last Three years. “This is as strong as the program’s ever been,” Kramer said. “I’m not burned out. Are you interested in sports and want information? He is one of two coaches in Collier or Lee counties to win a championship (Immokalee won in 2004) and the only coach with two state titles. © 2021 www.naplesnews.com. More:High school football: Golden Gate hires Nick Bigica as new head coach "I want to set the tone of the program that I want," said Bigica, whose team will face South Fort Myers in … “The legacy is in the lives,” Kramer said. Bill Kramer coached at Naples for 22 years and won a pair of state titles. Naples has never lost to Golden Gate (15-0), Gulf Coast (22-0) or Palmetto Ridge (15-0). Kramer, by far, is the most accomplished coach in the 66 years of the Naples High football program. More:Bill Kramer resigns: What players, coaches are saying about legendary Naples High coach. He’s won 175 games since taking over in 1998. “We ought to be happy we’ve had Kramer and his staff as long as we have. Kramer has won more games in the playoffs (41) than any other Naples High football coach has won in the regular season. He's a good friend in a lot of ways. Horne, the team’s offensive coordinator, has been with Kramer all 22 seasons. Kramer, 56, decided the Golden Eagles football team was in good enough hands to withstand his departure. Modugno said he wants to meet with the Naples coaching staff before deciding the next step in finding a new head coach. Naples won a state title in 2001, made it to the finals in 2003 and won it again in 2007. I’m very, very happy for Bill. Martin is currently in his 18th year as an assistant coach and 13th season as the head freshman coach. The Eagles made the playoffs in 1999 for the first time in 17 years. NHS Cheer Coach Vanessa's Page- Freshman , JV and Varsity There’s no other reason for him to resign other than the comfort he has the Golden Eagles can sustain their success without him. Naples' Head Coach Bill Kramer is shown on his headset during the second half Friday, Nov. 20, 2015 at Edison Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla. Naples faced Fort Myers in a … All rights reserved. In 1999, Schenk was named National High School Coach of the Year by the National Soccer Coaches Association. Naples was home to some of the best high-school football teams in the state. There’s no cynicism,” Kramer said. Coach Cheek was a four year varsity letterman in football and earned All-Conference in 2011. I don’t have another job. They’ve made 19 playoff appearances in the past 21 seasons. We are most grateful for their involvement! Naples High won the state championship in 2001, 2003 and 2007. “I took over the program here knowing that (Kramer) had the program we have to close the gap on.”. He’s long said he uses football as a tool to mold boys into upstanding men who can give back to their families and their communities. Kramer has nearly twice as many wins while coaching in Collier (216) than any other coach in county history. What an unbelievable program he built. Naples is 19-3 against Lely since 1998. DIVISON II. Martin is a former Eagles player, a state champion, a Naples graduate, teacher and assistant coach. Practice will run from 0800 - 1100 at the high School football stadium. Updated: August 16, 2017 4:38 PM EDT. August 31- September 4 - Practice begins 1445. Kramer isn’t leaving the school altogether. Kramer said his successor will be one of his assistants – there are a number of them who would do well – but Modugno didn’t say if he would promote from within. In 1986, Bill Sr. was nominated into the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame for coaching football excellence and, in 1988, was nominated to the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association Hall of Fame to his dedication in the sport of wrestling. Dollar was defensive coordinator for 21 years before leaving after last season to take a job in his home state of Oklahoma. When Kramer arrived at Naples, the football program had fallen on hard times. He is in charge of the 25 Nearest High Schools. I was never able to beat him.". 6. The next most successful coach won only 37 in five seasons (by the way, that coach is Roy Terry.) Naples High School 1100 Golden Eagle Cir Naples , FL 34102-4899 Desktop Version Support Subscribe Privacy Policy CA Privacy/Info We Collect Do Not Sell My Personal Information Terms of use Careers Ad Choice Advertise The closest is former Barron Collier and Golden Gate coach Dave Tanner (117). Bill Kramer spent 22 season at Naples High and was the most successful football coach in Collier County history. Rick Martin has been named the head coach of Naples’ two-time state championship football team. Naples High School Football | Sync Games to Calendar Broadcast Schedule ; On Demand ; Details & Contact; Broadcast Schedule. Thanks Dirk Lambertson Athletic Director. Kramer leaves as the most successful football coach in Collier County history and among the best to ever coach in Florida. The Eagles are 12-9 against Immokalee under Kramer but have won five straight. Pete Staver, a former football player at NHS, died tragically on the field after suffering a massive blow to the head. High school football teams from the Collier school district as well as some public schools from ... Naples. Despite job offers from across the country – at high schools and colleges, some for a lot more money – Kramer has stayed. He’s helped me grow as a human being.”. When he arrived at Naples in 1998, Kramer made a five-year commitment, telling athletic director Ernie Modugno he could win a state title in that time. Check out the Athletic Participation Forms Link to down load the needed forms to bring to your Coach. NAPLES, Fla. A Naples High School teacher and assistant football coach was arrested Monday and faces charges of sex with a 17-year-old girl. “For a lot of years (Kramer) has set the bar for teams in Collier County and Southwest Florida,” said First Baptist coach Billy Sparacio, who has been a head coach in Naples for 15 years. Logistics. “It’s the perfect time to hand it off to one of the younger coaches who is ready to grow and develop the program and put their stamp on it to move it forward.”. It took him four years. Coach Titus has 8 years of coaching experience. He is the only Southwest Florida high school football coach to win two state championships. “All I have is gratitude and love for all the guys I’ve worked with.”. NAPLES. They’re still going to be a great football team.”. In 2001, he was named captain of Naples High Schools’ team, which won its first state championship that year. In only his fourth season at Naples, 2001, the Golden Eagles won the first football state championship in southwest Florida history. 16. It was fun because the Golden Eagles were dominant at all three levels – varsity, junior varsity and freshman. Modugno said he is happy that Kramer is walking away on a high note and that the football program is in a good place. Ten years ago Bill Kramer wasn't the coaching icon with 133 victories and four statewide coach of the year awards that he is today. Of all the victories and championships, Kramer is most proud of the lives he’s touched. “He’s been very good to me personally and professionally. August 29 - MUD RUN @ Carney Park. Assistant Coach. Staver Field is Naples High School’s athletic football field where the football team plays numerous games. "He meant everything. “It’s not about who you have, it’s about the culture you establish. After his five-year commitment, Kramer has assessed his job at the end of each season. This is Coach Cheek's first year coaching football. Charlotte High coach Binky Waldrop, who has been with the Tarpons as a player, assistant coach and head coach for more than four decades, said the program Kramer was able to build is a testament to his smarts. Prep football: The system of Bill Kramer and Naples High School’s continued success. A man of strong Christian faith, Kramer and his wife of 31 years, Sue, pray every offseason to see if they still should be at Naples High. Bill Sr. also holds a Masters degree plus 45 hours in Phys Ed. The FBU Top Gun Showcase is an annual three-day national showcase, designed to highlight the best middle school and high school FBU student-athletes in an intense position-specific test of technical skill and ability. It was the last losing season Kramer would have. It was fun because Kramer has perhaps the most talented coaching staff he’s ever had. Ice Hockey Baseball. It’s as simple as that, Kramer said. Coach Titus is an active duty volunteer from Talladega, Alabama and a DIE HARD Auburn Tigers fan (WAR EAGLE)! After all, under Kramer the Eagles ran roughshod through Collier County opponents. Asher Bacon at Super 32. After a pair of undefeated seasons and a run to the state semifinals in the early 1980s, the Golden Eagles had just one winning season and zero playoff appearances from 1984-97. Roy Terry, former trainer and administrator of Naples High and a current member of the Collier County School Board, receives entries for the Game Award.
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