Armuchee High School (AHS) and Floyd County Schools (FCS) announced Aaron Avery as the new head football coach on Monday.
With an impressive track record of success and a wealth of experience, Coach Avery is poised to lead the Armuchee Indians to new heights.
“We could not be more excited to welcome Coach Avery as the Head Football Coach at Armuchee High School,” said Joseph Pethel, Principal at Armuchee High School.
“Coach Avery brings with him an impressive track record of success both on the field and in the classroom. What excites us most, however, is his unwavering commitment to helping students not only excel in football but also grow into successful individuals in the game of life. We are confident that his leadership will be an extension of our school wide vision statement, “At Armuchee High School we are Building a Legacy of Excitement for the Opportunities that lie ahead!”No stranger to postseason play and success, Coach Avery brings a distinguished career in coaching, having most recently served as the Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach at The Bolles School in Jacksonville, FL.
During his tenure, he achieved back-to-back Regional Championships and advanced to the State Semi-Finals in both 2022 and 2023.
His dynamic, RPO-based offensive scheme led to substantial year-over-year increases in offensive performance, and he successfully prepared quarterbacks for high-level play, resulting in FBS recruitment for two athletes.
Prior to his time at The Bolles School, Coach Avery held the same positions at Oakleaf High School in Orange Park, FL, where he led the offense to back-to-back seasons as a top 3 unit in the greater Jacksonville area and ranked among the top 15 offenses statewide by the end of the 2021 regular season.
His leadership and strategic vision have consistently produced top-performing offenses and set numerous records.Coach Avery’s coaching journey also includes significant achievements at Ponte Vedra High School, where he developed Nick Tronti, the 2016 Florida Mr. Football, and maintained a consistent ranking among the top offenses in the greater Jacksonville area.
Interestingly, Coach Avery was high school teammates with Tim Tebow, adding a unique chapter to his football background. Additionally, he is the reigning Teacher of the Year at his current school, highlighting his dedication to both athletics and academics.
“My family and I are thrilled to be part of the Armuchee community,” said Coach Avery. “We were drawn to the high academic achievements, the positive culture that Mr. Pethel has created, the passionate and supportive community, and the opportunity for my family and me to establish deep roots in the area. I’m excited to build a program that develops outstanding student athletes and creates excellent people. I can’t wait to start this new chapter with my family and the Armuchee community!”
