Former Florida Gator Joins Buchholz High School Football Coaching Staff

Frankie Hammond Jr. to coach wide receivers for Gainesville-area high school team

Mar. 10, 2026 at 10:37pm

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A former University of Florida wide receiver standout, Frankie Hammond Jr., will be joining the coaching staff of the F.W. Buchholz High School football team in Gainesville, Florida, as a wide receivers coach for the upcoming 2026 season. Hammond played for the Gators from 2008 to 2012 and later spent a few years in the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets.

Why it matters

Hammond's addition to the Buchholz coaching staff brings valuable experience and expertise to the program, as the Bobcats look to build on their successful 13-2 season in 2025 and continue their tradition of competitive high school football in the Gainesville area.

The details

According to the announcement by the Buchholz football team, Hammond will be responsible for coaching the wide receivers on the team. During his college career at Florida, Hammond appeared in 48 games, starting 19, and recorded 63 receptions for 809 yards and 6 touchdowns. He also competed in track and field as a high jumper for the Gators. After his time at Florida, Hammond spent a few years in the NFL with the Chiefs and Jets, where he totaled 4 catches for 45 yards and 389 return yards.

  • Frankie Hammond Jr. will be joining the Buchholz High School football coaching staff for the 2026 season.

The players

Frankie Hammond Jr.

A former wide receiver standout for the University of Florida Gators, who also spent a few years in the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets.

F.W. Buchholz High School

A public high school located in Gainesville, Florida, known for its strong academics, competitive athletics, and diverse extracurricular activities.

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What they’re saying

“Glad to announce a great addition to our Bobcat Football Offensive staff. Coach Frankie Hammond @FHammond85 will be coaching our Wide Receivers this season. Coach Hammond has built a reputation for developing WRs in addition to his @SEC and @NFL playing experience #GoCats”

— Buchholz HS Football, Buchholz High School Football Team (Twitter)

The takeaway

The addition of Frankie Hammond Jr. to the Buchholz High School football coaching staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise in wide receiver development, which could help the Bobcats continue their success on the gridiron and provide valuable mentorship to the team's young players.