Richland Springs ISD recently announced the hire of James McIntyre Jr. as new athletic director and head football coach of the Coyotes.

McIntyre replaces Harley Ethridge as the Coyotes are coming off a 12-2 season and a trip to the UIL Class 1A state championship game.

The following information was shared on the Richland Springs Coyotes Booster Club Facebook page: Coach McIntyre returns to Richland Springs after serving as defensive coordinator during the 2023 season, helping lead the Coyotes to a 13-1 record and a state semifinal appearance.