Cincinnati Country Day athletic director and head football coach Dennis Coyle is leaving his position to become the athletic director at Notre Dame Preparatory High School in Scottsdale, Arizona, effective July 1. Coyle has held his current roles for seven years, leading the football team to five consecutive Miami Valley Conference championships and multiple playoff appearances. He expressed gratitude for his time at Cincinnati Country Day and emphasized his commitment to education-based athletics at Notre Dame. The school will initiate a search for his replacement immediately.

By the Numbers
  • Coyle led Cincinnati Country Day's football team to five consecutive Miami Valley Conference Gray championships from 2021 to 2025.
  • Under his direction, the team made five consecutive playoff appearances.
State of Play
  • Coyle's departure marks a significant transition for Cincinnati Country Day's athletic program.
  • The school is beginning its search for a new athletic director and football coach to maintain the momentum achieved under Coyle's leadership.
What's Next

Expectation is high for Coyle鈥檚 new role at Notre Dame Preparatory, where he鈥檒l aim to implement his vision for athletics that aligns with the school's mission. Cincinnati Country Day will seek to find a successor who can build upon the strong foundation laid by Coyle.

Bottom Line

Dennis Coyle's move to Notre Dame Preparatory reflects his dedication to holistic education in athletics, while Cincinnati Country Day will need to quickly adapt and find a leader who can continue fostering a successful athletic program.