"We've got lots of stations set up and lots of different stations set up, and lots of different time blocks set up. I am confident the Indians will have a big year.". Du Quoin coach Al Martin is pictured during the Indians' game against Tigers in Herrin, Ill. on Saturday, September 8, 2012. Man wanted in Ill. identified as motorcycle theft suspect who led authorities on chase in western Ky. Karnes suffered a knee injury during the Eldorado game in Week 5, which sidelined him the remainder of the season. "And football gave me that opportunity.". In the Robinson game, I had the game-winning touchdown run. The superintendent for the district declined an on-camera interview, but spoke with us after. That year, the Indians were basically one first down away from winning it all. According to the Du Quoin School Board, they voted 4-3 to retain Derek Beard as the athletic director, but voted 4-3 to remove Beard as the football coach. I think about how he would run this practice or discipline this player.. You can cancel at any time. Athletic Director/Assistant Football Coach at Sterling High School District Sterling, IL. DuQuoin Football Team Preview Mascot Indians Team Varsity 2023 Colors Red, Black Coach Logan Spain Address 500 E South St, DuQuoin, IL 62832 Overall 0-0 Conference 0-0. . Ive always been happy right where Im at with a home in the country and good neighbors, and this has been very rewarding for me, Martin said. DU QUOIN -- Fifty years ago, the Du Quoin High School football team had a brand new head coach named Robert Karnes. He has impacted thousands of lives.. . I remember we had a team meeting before the playoffs and that kind of turned things around. "As a child, the high school practice field or gym was where I did my homework," he said. You have permission to edit this article. The Du Quoin grad, former star quarterback and four-year coach of the football team is no longer its football coach. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. I wish I could have done more, but I am proud of what we accomplished these last four years and believe I am leaving the program in good shape. Now that Im a first-year head coach, Im always thinking what would Coach Martin do right here. IHSA Boys Football: DuQuoin Boys Football State Final Qualifier 2002-03 DuQuoin (12-1) School Information Name: DuQuoin High School City: DuQuoin City Population: 6,600 County: Perry Enrollment: 454 Nickname: Indians Colors: Red/Black Conference: Southern Illinois River-to-River (Mississippi) Superintendent: Gary Kelly Principal: Dave Skocy Martin stepped into his first year coaching the Indians two years later to finish the job with a perfect 14-0 record and the long-awaited state title. (Aaron Eisenhauer / The Southern). 788 talking about this. In 2002, he was hired by Herrin High School as a teacher/coach. "We beat them 14-6 and they were undefeated at the time.". I had done my student teaching there and I was hopeful of replacing Coach Shadowens as head coach after he retired. He does have a pretty good sense of humor, and its one of those that will catch you off guard, said A.J. POST DHS: After his graduation in 1988, Jeff attended Brown University where he graduated in 1992 with a degree in political science and international politics. Please subscribe to keep reading. Beard said once Hill's resignation is accepted by the board, a search will commence for his replacement. They were chosen on a basis of won-loss record, state championships and impact off the field. More Contact. I was a little rough around the edges when I first started teaching and so I got out of it. The experience here with the Thrillbillies has been awesome and an honor. He set goals and expected us to follow them life goals, Cockrum said. Watch this highlight video of the DuQuoin (IL) football team in its game Recap: DuQuoin vs. Murphysboro 2022 on Oct 21, 2022. "It's great. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: You have permission to edit this article. 5 people arrested after fight - Cape Girardeau Police Dept. Where Are They Now? Hill now coaches wide receivers and teaches special education at Rochester High School. Conference: Southern Illinois River-to-River - Mississippi; Division: Overall Record: Conference; Record: Home; Schedule (9) Roster (49) 2022-23. Austin "AJ" Hill has stepped down as head football coach of the Du Quoin Indians and will take a teaching job at a Springfield-area school next school year. Were going to continue to do things the right way here at Du Quoin. DU QUOIN, Ill. (KFVS) - We now have an answer for the future of the Du Quoin Hight School Football Coach and Athletic Director, a situation that has raised many questions in the community. A.J. On 10/21, the DuQuoin varsity football team lost their away non-conference game against Murphysboro [Co-op] (Murphysboro, IL) by a score of 47-13. The next fall, he transferred to McKendree University, where he played football and baseball for the next two years. Du Quoin High School special education instructor and Indian head football coach Al Martin has placed in the hands of the district a letter of retirement effective at the end of the 2013-2014 school year--four years from now. Hes got a record that will probably never be matched in high school sports around here, and youll probably never hear him talk about any of that, said Carbondale coach Nick Hill. Martin became Du Quoins head coach in 1988 after a stint as an assistant coach in Carbondale. Du Quoin did it again in 1992. I wanted us to be the state champion in 1987 and be the best team Du Quoin ever fielded. I feel really lucky that I got through those years.. Long retired as an educator, the elder Karnes continued to serve as a volunteer assistant coach to his son, Jason, at Herrin for a number of years. At McKendree, Jarrod suffered a knee injury and redshirted a year. Because he has yet to be hired by his soon-to-be new employer and because his resignation has yet to be formally accepted by the Du Quoin School Board, Hill chose not to elaborate much on his status. 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Crews cleaned up storm damage on Highway O in Scott County, Mo. My father created a culture where younger players looked up to the older players and wanted to be part of something a purpose-driven life. "We had a lot of pressure on us to win, but we seemed to handle it pretty well.". MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Southern Illinois high school baseball and softball coaches have chosen their All-South teams for this past spring season. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports, Fall DuQuoin Boys Football Season Preview, Fall DuQuoin Indians Varsity Football Season, Illinois: Longest Passes from Weekend of Oct 14th, 2022, Recap: DuQuoin vs. Mater Dei Catholic 2022. It can certainly be stressful coaching in a tradition-rich football paradise like Du Quoin. 300 and Pinckneyville Dist. To me, there was only one job that I would consider leaving Sesser-Valier for and that was to be the head coach here at Du Quoin, Spain said. Hill, brother of Nick Hill, started behind center for Martin in 2007 and 2008. Supt. Over at DuQuoin High School, there were several workout sessions taking place Tuesday that included both male and female student athletes. Hill will be paid a stipend of approximately $5,922 to coach the Indians. 2023-24. Jeff was accepted into and received a scholarship from the SIU School of Medicine in Springfield and deferred a year, as he ran the Du Quoin Youth Club and coached a young Nick Hill. Better known as Bob today, Karnes took over the football program and the Indians went 10-0 in that 1968 season, the best record in school history at the time. Hes always been about serving his town and Id argue that hes the greatest person in Du Quoins history.. Jarrod and his wife, Kari, have five children: Jackson, Maxon, Karis, Maddox and Mace. Head Coach: Logan Spain. Were here in support of Derek and you know hes a great guy, great football coach--poured a lot into this district, born and raised here, said Assistant Football Coach David Gaytan. Boys Football 2008-09 . Spain, who earned a bachelors degree in physical education in 2017 and will teach at the middle school, has a staff of 11 surrounding him, including two holdovers from the Beard regime in Shane Boyett and Bob Shaw. Its a chance to come back home and coach where I played and learned the game, he said. In the championship game, the Indians fell victim to a powerhouse in Bloomington Central Catholic, 22-12. Many of those former Du Quoin athletes appreciate having been around him. Contributing greatly to the program's decades-long success were Karnes' sons Jeff, Jason and Jarrod. Du Quoin was ranked the preseason No. Justin Walker photo, Austin "AJ" Hill has stepped down as head football coach of the Du Quoin Indians and will take a teaching job at a Springfield-area school next school year. He also played defensive back and was the team's punter and placekicker. On 9/23, the DuQuoin varsity football team won their away conference game against Pinckneyville (IL) by a score of 50-14. The Official Facebook page of the Du Quoin Indians and the Du Quoin Lady Indians "With us, we are doing girls and boys at the same time, so we are getting to see all the different athletes and build relationships with them and see them work and get out here and push each other, and that's what we are looking for.". Al Martins head coaching career at Du Quoin High School probably couldnt have gone much better. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. We trailed at the half to both Robinson and Marengo. DU QUOIN -- In a rather stunning development, it was learned Wednesday that Du Quoin High School head football coach -- Austin (AJ) Hill -- is resigning his position and moving to the Springfield area before the next school year. One of the neatest things about coaching football for me is being able to pull the offense to the sideline, Martin said. So again, building that togetherness, comradery, that's what this time of year is all about.". Martin always cared about his players, particularly off the field. He also said hell help out the program in future seasons if hes asked to do so. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. That was our field when the boys were young.". It's been a challenge, but it's been good to get them back in here, too.". "We hate to see him go. Ive always thought the Du Quoin kids probably do that as well as anybody. "I scored the winning touchdown in the Carlinville game," he said. ABC News ABC Sports Brownfield Commodities Settlement Brownfield Livestock Report Coaches Corner See all shows . We appreciate his service and what he did for the kids on our football team.". Monday thru Friday 7 PM - Midnight | Please subscribe to keep reading. But this is something that he wanted to do for his family. Lutes, Davis ( So.) Cape Girardeau woman helping clean up community garden, Retiring Jackson K-9 gifted new privacy fence, Complete KFVS12, Heartlands CW and Grit Schedules. Here, Spain is shown visiting with a player when serving as Pinckneyville head coach in 2021. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. He lended advice to me, which for him wasnt a problem and I think it speaks to his character.. That only left Wednesdays during the work week to spend quality time at home with his wife, Pat, and sons. In his first year as head coach, Martins Indians won the state championship in 1988. We have football coaches and volleyball obviously with fall sports going, on but you have basketball, softball coaches going on. In his senior year of 1994, Karnes was a starting running back and linebacker. We took a 12-0 lead into the locker room, but missed our extra points and felt we should have had two more touchdowns," Karnes said. 25 Oakland (Murfreesboro) will play 14-0 Summit for its second consecutive Division 1 . Logan Spain is the new head football coach at Du Quoin, replacing Derek Beard. I couldn't have asked for a better place to grow up. "I broke a finger on my throwing hand during the last regular season game and it had to be splinted as I did not want to undergo a season-ending surgical procedure as we entered the playoffs," Jeff said. Du Quoin coach Al Martin watches a play during an opening-week game against Highland. The notice of intent to retire is part of a Thursday school board agenda best described as one of long range planning. All of our assistant coaches and head coaches are doing a good job of communicating with kids. The important things are working hard together as teammates and working to become better people.. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. The 28-year-old Hill compiled a 27-15 record in four seasons at the Indians' leader with four state playoff appearances, including a quarterfinal-round appearance in 2016 when the Tribe finished 9-3 overall. He graduated with a degree in education and began teaching. He remains at the school today as an instructor. Du Quoin, 2-4, is scheduled to host Anna-Jonesboro, 2-4, in high school football this Friday. Coach History - DuQuoin/Elverado Football | MaxPreps MaxPreps has started to collect DuQuoin/Elverado High Schools Football coach history. Without my family I knew I wouldnt be where I was, said Martin. Herrin is so blessed to have him, Mooneyham said of Karnes. Basically, we opened the door for them.". Karnes said the Indians didn't have many close games during the regular season, but had to work hard to get past Robinson and Marengo. School Board rules on future of Du Quoin athletic director, football coach. Coaches on Beards staff still supported him through the decision. All three were integral parts of three different Indians teams that competed for a state championship. Watch this highlight video of the DuQuoin (IL) football team in its game Recap: DuQuoin vs. Nashville 2022 on Oct 14, 2022. In other action, the board approved a resolution directing the regional school superintendent to certify to the county clerk the question of imposing up to a 1 cent sales tax to be used exclusively for school facility purposes. Logan Spain (DHS Class of 2012) grew up loving everything there is to love about Du Quoin football. At Gray, our journalists report, write, edit and produce the news content that informs the communities we serve. They are always well-coached. I am blessed to have had the chance to learn from so many knowledgeable football coaches the last several years, Spain said. DuQuoin coaches unite during conditioning workouts, Download the WSIL Storm Track 3 Weather App, Beyond wins and losses for Massac Countys Joe Hosman, Logan Men's Hoops moves up to #6 in latest NJCAA rankings, Murphysboro Basketball coach Daryl Murphy reflects on Coach of Year honor, Kansas City among host cities for 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain said 60 boys turned out for a recent meeting and he is expecting great things this fall. Spain has head coaching experience, serving as the head coach of Pinckneyville in the 2021-22 season, when the Panthers went 0-6. Hill. He has stood alone at the top of Southern Illinois football since 1988.. I was fortunate that I had a lot of good players to work with and I gained a lot of experience from the coaches I worked under, said Martin. The decision came after a 3 hour closed door session. Im going to bring everything Ive got to this job to make it work.. He redshirted his first year under head coach Bob Smith. Ive known Coach Martin my whole life and hes like a second dad to me, said Beard. Here, Spain is shown visiting with a player when serving as Pinckneyville head coach in 2021.. "I'm still relatively young, so I feel I can learn a lot from an experienced coach.". Sometimes I dont even see how our defense played until we watch the film.. Martin only saw losing records in his final two seasons with Du Quoin before one of his former quarterbacks took over in the 2015. "You learn the value of teamwork, dependability and punctuality. Here, he is shown coaching his players in summer workouts. DuQuoin (H.S.) There are six or seven kids on both sides of the ball who will be back next year. DU QUOIN, IL. Search Football coach jobs in Duquoin, KS with company ratings & salaries. Prep Football | Du Quoin's Al Martin has legendary status on the sidelines. I will always remember our home crowd. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Illinois high school football Week 6 schedule and scores - live and final. Hes always been a really simple person who believes in hard work. The atmosphere was electric. Du Quoin High School Football Program (2023 - 2024) Du Quoin, IL. Dist. The punchline comes, and it hits you a little bit later. Bullock was an All-Conference wide receiver and safety in football for a Bearcats team that finished 6-3 his senior year. POST DHS: Saying that he wanted a "second chance" at football after his Du Quoin team lost in the state championship game to Bloomington, Jarrod Karnes started out his collegiate career at Evansville, where he started at fullback as a freshman. I always tried to convey to the kids that the most important things dont always happen on Friday nights. Growing up in Du Quoin, hes somebody that you always wanted to make proud and always wanted to play for. Alumni Announcements Boosters Directions Featured Athlete Files & Links. One of the most dominant football coaches in Southern Illinois history who still strikes fear into opponents when you mention his name is Du Quoins Al Martin. It's a Adult Contemporary station from Du Quoin, IL, United States. . (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). | Karnes family left lasting legacy at Du Quoin. His 26th year as head coach of the Indians is expected to be his last. All rights reserved. You can cancel at any time. Du Quoin coach Al Martin talks to his team before Du Quoin's game against Harrisburg in Du Quoin, Ill. on Friday, August 31, 2012. . {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Sheryl Crow responds to Jason Aldeans song controversy, CMT pulls music video of Jason Aldeans controversial song; singer defends lyrics, Where are they now? We had so much pride as a team. Wayne Harre has won a state championship as a head coach, been part of others as an assistant coach in softball and nearly won a second state . DUQUOIN (WSIL) -- WSIL Sports continues to make the rounds across the area covering local high school teams participating in conditioning workouts. "And then to help win a state championship for him, Coach Martin, my older brother, Jeff, and with my younger brother, Jarrod, who played on our special teams it meant everything to me, and I know how much winning meant to the community. Illinois high school football Week 5 schedule and scores - live and final. Will you be broadcasting the DuQuoin Indian's football games? Coach Martin was always just this larger than life figure to me, said A.J. Its needless to say that Martin knew he was entering a solid foundation at Du Quoin. 159 followers 158 connections. Menu. Du Quoin, Illinois, United States. You can cancel at any time. Varsity Boys Football DuQuoin, IL FOLLOW TEAM 23-24 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Videos Standings Photos News More / Football Schedule DuQuoin Football Schedule Print Overall 0-0 0.00 Win % Conference 0-0 1st in Conference Home0-0 Away0-0 Neutral0-0 PF0 PA0 Streak- Volunteer Help the coach manage this team. Hill, who plays for the SIU football team. (Joel Hawksley / The Southern), Head coach Al Martin leads the Du Quoin football team during their game against Murphysboro on Friday, October 19, 2012 in Murphysboro. "We got everybody's best shot. Menu. Hill and previous head coach Derek Beard. Welcome to the DuQuoin Football team feed. Copyright 2023 Southern Illinois Local Media Group, LLC. In the championship, game, Du Quoin squeaked past Marengo, 14-10, in what turned out to be a defensive battle. Coach Martin is probably the most humble person Ive ever met, said Karnes. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. "You have to throw the records out the window when we play each other," Du Quoin football head coach Derek Beard said. Karnes explained that he was busy coaching sophomore games on Mondays, attended Booster Club meetings on Tuesday, coached freshman games on Thursday and varsity games on Friday. "I think that ranking kind of gave us a swollen head," Karnes said. "We went 9-0 during the regular season and 5-0 in the playoffs," Jason Karnes said. Last season he was an assistant at Sesser-Valier under John Shadowens and Mike Rude. "Too many mental mistakes. 1 team in the state for Class 3A and would go on to defend that ranking with a perfect 14-0 record. 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I was able to bring in some experience to build on his already solid foundation.. There's been a great turnout from the kids that participated in the conditioning workouts. "Coaching my three sons was the zenith of my coaching career," Karnes said. Hill as head coach of the football Indians beginning with the 2015 season. Our goal is to win and get better as a team every day, he said. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). "I ask what could have been not just for me, but more importantly, for us as a team and community. | Kelly was more than a coach for Sesser-Valier, Prep Football | Karnes inducted into Herrin Athletics Hall of Fame, Video: Hall of Famers Scott Rolen and Fred McGriff on facing each other, Soccer fans hope USA women's team can make history with World Cup threepeat. We really played well in the playoffs.". The numbers are all there: two state championships, four runner-up finishes and 247 wins in 25 years. (12-1) School Information: Name: DuQuoin High School City: DuQuoin City . "We are definitely grateful for AJ's time in Du Quoin," Beard said. There must have been 5 or 6,000 people there easily. Hill worked alongside retiring coach Al Martin this past season as the Indians posted a 4-5 record. Colvin, Jaxson ( So.) Those are the kind of games you never forget.". Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 460 likes. You work your whole life to be able to do stuff like this, said Austin. 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(renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Believe me, Im not trying to reinvent the wheel here. "We went 7-2 my junior year in '91, losing the conference championship game to Murphysboro and then lost the regular season finale to Salem," Karnes said. It's a taking a lot of communication. Ive been blessed to be able to work with so many young people in the classroom and on the football field.. The fans expect the Indians to win every single year. You better believe I consider myself very fortunate to have been here all this time, Martin said. Sometimes I dont even have an answer and dont know how he did it so well for so many years. Basketball Cheerleading Dance. Karnes said he got roughed up by his older brothers every day at home, which toughened him up when he started playing high school football. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Unable to win with the Panthers, Spain switched back to an assistants role with Sesser-Valier this past fall, where he got to learn more about the game from veteran coaches John Shadowens and Mike Rude.
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