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Rashad Jackson steps down as Inlet Grove (Florida) head football coach

Jackson announced on X Tuesday evening that he will will be pursing a collegiate opportunity

Andy Villamarzo

Inlet Grove head coach Rashad Jackson is seen on the field prior to the start of the game between Inlet Grove and host Santaluces in Lantana, FL., on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Final score, Santaluces, 32, Inlet Grove, 20. 13 08252022 Santaluces Vs Inlet Grove Fb
Inlet Grove head coach Rashad Jackson is seen on the field prior to the start of the game between Inlet Grove and host Santaluces in Lantana, FL., on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Final score, Santaluces, 32, Inlet Grove, 20. 13 08252022 Santaluces Vs Inlet Grove Fb / ANDRES LEIVA/THE PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK

After three years at the helm at Inlet Grove Community High School, Rashad Jackson will be looking to take his coaching talents on to the next level.

The Hurricanes' head coach announced on X Tuesday evening that he will be stepping down as the program's lead man. Jackson coach the Hurricanes the past three seasons, compiling an overall record of 14-15.

Down below is the message Jackson posted on X:

"I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Administrative Staff, Faculty and all the amazing Stadents of Inlet Community Grove High School. Your unwavering support has meant the world to me during my time as the Head Football Coach over these past 3 years.
It is with a mix of excitement and bittersweet nostalgia that I announce my decision to pursue a new opportunity at the collegiate level. The memories I've created as a part of the Hurricanes Family will always hold a cherished place in my neart, and the invaluable lessons in leadership I've learned here will guide me on this new journey. I would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Emma Banks for her kind words and steadfast support. I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me to lead such an incredile football team. I also want to thank my athletic director Hikeem Banks for his day In and day out support of the football program.
A heartfelt shoutout to the Inlet Grove Community High school Football Team Players, their wonderful parents, and my dedicated assistant coaches-- each of you has played a crucial role in this chapter of my life, and I will carry these beautiful memories with me always.
Thank you for everything!
#Hurricanes Family #Grateful #NextChapter
Rashad D. Jackson"

Jackson's best season with the Hurricanes came in his first year, 2022, when Inlet Grove went 7-3. This past 2024 campaign, Jackson guided the team to the .500 mark at 5-5.

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ANDY VILLAMARZO

Andy Villamarzo has been a sports writer in the Tampa Bay (FL) Area since 2007, writing for publications such as Tampa Bay Times, The Tampa Tribune, The Suncoast News, Tampa Beacon, Hernando Sun to name a few. Andy resides out of the Tarpon Springs, FL area and started as a writer with SB Live Sports in the summer of 2022 covering the Tampa Bay Area. He has quickly become one of Florida's foremost authorities on high school sports, appearing frequently on podcasts, radio programs and digital broadcasts as an expert on team rankings, recruiting and much more.

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