John McKenzie (American football) facts for kids
| Current position | |
|---|---|
| Title | Head coach |
| Team | Bryant HS (AL) |
| Record | 0–0 |
| Biographical details | |
| Born | c. 1963 (age 61–62) |
| Playing career | |
| 1982–1984 | Jackson State |
| Position(s) | Quarterback |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1985 | Jackson State (QB) |
| 1986 | Miami Central (FL) (OC) |
| 1987–1989 | Alabama State (QB/WR) |
| 1990–1991 | Alabama State (OC) |
| 1992–1993 | Jackson State (OC) |
| 1994 | Alabama State (QB) |
| 1996 | Fayetteville State (OC) |
| 1997–1999 | Delaware State |
| 2000–2007 | Alcorn State (OC) |
| 2008 | North Carolina A&T (OC) |
| 2009–2013 | Alabama A&M (QB/WR) |
| 2018–2019 | Kemper County HS (MS) |
| 2020–2021 | Vigor HS (AL) |
| 2022 | Murphy HS (AL) |
| 2023–present | Bryant HS (AL) |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 7–26 (college) |
John McKenzie (born around 1963) is a well-known American football coach and former player. He has spent many years coaching different teams, helping young athletes learn and grow. Currently, he is the head football coach at Paul W. Bryant High School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He started this role in 2023.
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Early Life and Playing Career
John McKenzie was born in Miami, Florida. He loved football from a young age. He became a talented quarterback during his school years.
College Football Days
McKenzie played college football at Jackson State University. He was the quarterback for the Jackson State Tigers from 1982 to 1984. Playing quarterback is a very important role. It means he was in charge of leading the team's offense.
Coaching Journey
After his playing days, John McKenzie decided to become a football coach. He has coached at many different levels. This includes both college teams and high school teams. His coaching career began in 1985.
Starting as a College Coach
McKenzie's first coaching job was at his old college, Jackson State University. He coached the quarterbacks there in 1985. He then moved to Alabama State University, where he coached quarterbacks and wide receivers. He even became the offensive coordinator there. An offensive coordinator is like the main planner for how the team will score points.
He also worked as an offensive coordinator at Jackson State University again. Later, he coached at Fayetteville State University and Alcorn State University. He also spent time at North Carolina A&T State University and Alabama A&M University. At Alabama A&M, he coached quarterbacks and wide receivers.
Leading a College Team
From 1997 to 1999, John McKenzie was the head football coach at Delaware State University. This was a big step in his career. As a head coach, he was responsible for the entire team. During his time at Delaware State, his team had a record of 7 wins and 26 losses.
- In 1997, the Delaware State Hornets won 3 games and lost 8.
- In 1998, they had a tough season, losing all 11 games.
- In 1999, they improved, winning 4 games and losing 7.
Coaching High School Teams
In more recent years, McKenzie has focused on coaching high school football. He has coached in several states.
- From 2018 to 2019, he coached at Kemper County High School in Mississippi.
- In 2020 and 2021, he coached at Vigor High School in Alabama.
- In 2022, he coached at Murphy High School, also in Alabama.
Current Coaching Role
Since 2023, John McKenzie has been the head football coach at Paul W. Bryant High School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He continues to share his knowledge and passion for football with young players.
