Thomas retiring as Humboldt football coach


Humboldt High head football coach Greg Thomas has announced he is stepping down after 18 seasons leading the Wildcats. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Greg Thomas, who had guided the Humboldt High School football team for the past 18 seasons, has announced he is stepping down from his position.
His departure as head coach is contingent upon action by the Humboldt School board at their regular monthly meeting on Nov. 20. He will remain as athletic director and assistant principal at Humboldt.
Thomas came to Humboldt in 2000 after an eight-year run at Galva-Holstein, where he went 44-24. Thomas has compiled a won-loss record of 79-93 during his time in Humboldt, which includes a state championship in 2006 and six state playoff appearances, along with three district championships.
Last summer, Thomas served as head coach of the North Squad in the annual North-South Shrine Bowl All-Star game.
While learning how to prepare and play the game has been a trademark of his teams over the years, the main message reflected from his tenure was his emphasis on developing young men into good citizens, husbands and fathers.
Look for a more in-depth story in next week’s Humboldt Independent Newspaper.

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