Greenville High School Hires New Athletic Director and Football Coach

Chris Castillo takes over leadership of Greenville ISD athletics program

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:25am

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A cubist, geometric painting in navy blue and gold hues, depicting fragmented and overlapping shapes that represent the dynamic action of a football game or practice.The Greenville community eagerly awaits the leadership of the new athletic director and football coach, who will shape the future of the school's sports programs.Greenville Today

Greenville Independent School District has hired Chris Castillo as the new head football coach at Greenville High School and athletic director, marking the start of a new era for the district's athletics program.

Why it matters

The hiring of a new athletic director and head football coach is an important event for the Greenville community, as it signals a shift in leadership and direction for the school's sports programs. The community is eager to meet the new coach and learn about his vision for the future.

The details

Chris Castillo has been selected to take on the dual roles of head football coach at Greenville High School and athletic director for the Greenville Independent School District. This appointment represents a significant change in the district's athletics program.

  • Castillo was hired in April 2026.

The players

Chris Castillo

The new head football coach at Greenville High School and athletic director for the Greenville Independent School District.

Greenville Independent School District

The school district that oversees Greenville High School and has hired Chris Castillo as the new athletic director and head football coach.

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What they’re saying

“I think it's important for the community to have an opportunity to come and meet the new athletic director and it's good on his part to be available and have a chance to meet him.”

— Resident

What’s next

The school district plans to host a meet-and-greet event for the community to introduce Coach Castillo and learn more about his plans for the athletics program.

The takeaway

The hiring of Chris Castillo as the new athletic director and head football coach at Greenville High School represents an important transition for the school district's sports programs. The community is eager to engage with the new leader and understand his vision for the future.