Smithers steps down at Sarasota Riverview after 8 seasons

[gatorman001]

The program has developed some nice talent the last few years, only to see that talent ultimately transfer out. Venice figures heavily with transfers from Riverview, but most recently Booker hs has been on the receiving end of Riverview talent. Wondering if the battles off the football field, compounded by the coaching pay if it all became too much of a drain?

 

[Fla2014]

I think it was time for him to step down. He did a great job over the years and is great mentor and role model, but this year was probably his worst year. It was a combination of players leaving and playing a tough schedule that made this year his worst year by far. Beating Booker was the only thing to hang their hat on this year. North Port coach also stepped down but that's no surprise.

 

[MarkECannon]

The Rams named their new head football coach earlier this week. I love it because he has been the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the football and baseball team since 2017. Physicality should be a definite emphasis for his players.

Mark Cristiani takes over the reins as new head football coach at Riverview High School

Cristiani, the Rams' strength and conditioning coach, and former DL coach, replaces Josh Smithers, who stepped aside for family reasons.

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