Taconic-Pittsfield football co-op names Brian Jezewski as head coach

Veteran PHS coach to lead new combined high school team

Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:45pm

Longtime Pittsfield High School football head coach Brian Jezewski has been named the new head coach of the co-op team between Taconic and Pittsfield High, which will be hosted by Taconic High School.

Why it matters

The creation of the Taconic-Pittsfield football co-op aims to address declining participation in high school football programs in the Berkshires region, allowing the two schools to combine resources and talent to field a more competitive team.

The details

Brian Jezewski has been the head football coach at Pittsfield High School for the past 15 seasons. Under his leadership, the Pittsfield Generals have had consistent success in the Berkshire County high school football league. Jezewski's appointment as the head coach of the new co-op team is seen as a key factor in ensuring a smooth transition and continued competitiveness for the program.

  • Jezewski was named the head coach on April 1, 2026.

The players

Brian Jezewski

A veteran high school football coach who has led the Pittsfield High School program for the past 15 seasons.

Taconic High School

One of the two high schools that will be part of the new football co-op program, serving as the host school for the combined team.

Pittsfield High School

The other high school that will be part of the new football co-op program, combining resources and players with Taconic High School.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to take on this new challenge and build a successful program that the entire Taconic-Pittsfield community can be proud of.”

— Brian Jezewski, Head Coach, Taconic-Pittsfield Football Co-op

What’s next

The new Taconic-Pittsfield football co-op team will begin official practices and training in August 2026 ahead of their first season of competition.

The takeaway

The creation of the Taconic-Pittsfield football co-op represents a proactive approach to addressing declining participation in high school sports, allowing the two schools to combine resources and talent to field a more competitive team under the leadership of an experienced coach.