We can’t play football today. So @JBSFootball teamed up with @RitterPrep and the Urban League for a “Clean Sweep” on North Grand. @JBSchool @JBSAthletics #workingtogether #letthemplay
John Merritt 🏈
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John Merritt 🏈
@JHMerrittJr
Head Football Coach | De Smet Jesuit HS | St. Louis MO | St. Louis Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame | AirRaidCertified
St Louis, MO
Joined April 2018
- What a day!!!! I am feeling BRAND NEW. I am overwhelmed with the positivity and love from my new Spartan Family. Also, thanks to the many many friends I’ve made at JBS and elsewhere for the well wishes. Time to get to work!!! #AMDG
- Earlier today I was named Class 6 Football Coach of the Year. This is an incredible award and truly and indicator that I work with one of the best coaching staffs in the state. What we do, we do together. #AMDG
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- Today we lost a tough game to @CBCFootball the game was well played and hard fought, and in the end they made a few more plays than we did. Congrats CBC! THANK YOU @DeSmetFB class of ‘24. You have created a culture and set a standard for us to follow for years to come. #AMDG
- I used to spend my time trying to make these guys get to class on time. Now I watch them on TV!!! @EzekielElliott @foyelicious #bombersnonstop
- Today is one year since I signed a contract to become the Head Football Coach at De Smet Jesuit. Let’s look at that year by the numbers.
- Recently I was awarded MCC Coach of the Year. In reality the award belongs to these guys! If you are a High School AD looking for a new HC or a College Coach (any level) looking for an Asst Coach or GA, the man you want is probably pictured below. These guys are the truth! #AMDG
- Last week was my first home game as @DeSmetFB coach. We decided that from now on our MCC home opener will be a food drive for @STLFoodbank. We got the win, and we donated 1500 pounds of food. Football is a platform to make a difference in our community!#menforothers #AMDG
- Dear STL Coaches. When I was a young coach a few older coaches pulled me aside and taught me to be a professional. After some of the behavior I’ve observed recently I think it is time to pass on some of those tips to the next generation. PRO TIPS for whenever you scout a game:
- HOT TAKE: High School coaches don’t do much for the 15-30 offer guys. Those guys get what they are gonna get pretty much no matter what. Where a good HS coach actually makes a difference in recruiting is the 1-4 offer guys.
