Hargrave Varsity Football
Under new leadership with 15+ years of elite coaching experience, Hargrave is building a program defined by disciplined development, tactical intelligence, and competitive ambition.
“We develop student-athletes who are ready for college in the classroom and on the gridiron.”
— Wade Green, Head Football Coach
Head Coach
From West Point to the Hargrave Gridiron
Coach Green brings more than 20 years of coaching and leadership experience to Hargrave, having led programs at the collegiate, prep, international, and high school levels. His career spans roles at institutions including Army West Point's USMAPS, Jacksonville University, Kentucky State University, Eastern Oregon University, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, alongside international coaching experience in the German Football League.
Green's defensive expertise spans all three levels — secondary, linebackers, and defensive line — with decades of experience in the 3-4 and Desert Eagle Flex schemes. He developed his system under the mentorship of Jay Bateman, now defensive coordinator at the University of Kentucky, and Rich Ellerson, former head coach at Cal Poly and Army. A former standout defensive lineman at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Green graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in History.
- Defensive Coordinator and Interim Head Coach at Army West Point (USMAPS), compiling a 63–20 record
- Developed players at every level, including an NFL Draft pick and multiple All-Americans
- Collegiate coaching across NCAA Division I, Division II, and NAIA programs
- Military academy experience with direct involvement in cadet-athlete development
- International coaching experience in the German Football League
Program Philosophy
Building Complete Student-Athletes
Tactical Intelligence
Modern systems of play built around positional awareness, pressing triggers, and transition speed. Players learn to read the game at a higher level through structured tactical training and video analysis.
Technical Development
Intensive individual skill work with a focus on first touch, passing accuracy, and decision-making under pressure. Our methodology prioritizes quality repetition and game-realistic training environments.
Physical & Mental Resilience
The military academy structure provides an unmatched foundation for athletic discipline. Players develop mental toughness, competitive endurance, and the habits of accountability that define winners.
Program Goals & Vision Ahead
Competitive Recruiting
Aggressively building a roster of dedicated, talented players drawn to a program with elite coaching and a clear development pathway to collegiate competition.
Elevating Competition
Establishing a competitive program through improved player training and structured seasonal preparation.
College Placement
Leveraging the Hargrave Athletics staff’s extensive collegiate network and recruiting expertise to connect qualified players with opportunities at the next level.
Culture of Excellence
Instilling in every player the discipline, teamwork, and character that define a Hargrave Man.
Varsity Football News
Hargrave Football Enters New Era
Hargrave is pleased to announce the hiring of Wade Green as our Head Football Coach. Green will be joining the staff at Hargrave in the coming weeks to begin meeting players, recruiting, and preparing for the 2026 football season. “Hargrave has a ... Read more
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