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Montgomery Today
By the People, for the People
Inaugural Lake Creek Football Coach Retires After 8 Seasons
Pat Kennedy built the Lions program from the ground up, leading them to four playoff appearances.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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After serving as the only head football coach in Lake Creek High School's history since the program's inception in 2018, Pat Kennedy has announced his retirement. Under Kennedy's leadership, the Lions quickly became one of the top athletic programs in the Montgomery County region, making four playoff appearances and reaching the third round of the UIL Class 5A Division II state tournament on two occasions.
Why it matters
Kennedy's retirement marks the end of an era for the Lake Creek football program, which he built from the ground up. His departure will leave big shoes to fill as the school searches for its second head coach in history. The Lions' success under Kennedy has established the program as a regional powerhouse, making the transition to new leadership an important moment.
The details
In his 8 seasons as head coach and athletic coordinator, Kennedy led the Lions to a 52-36 record. The team made the playoffs four times and advanced to the third round of the UIL Class 5A Division II state tournament in 2022 and 2023. Last season, Lake Creek finished as the No. 189 team in Texas according to the Rivals Composite Rankings.
- Lake Creek High School opened in 2018 with Pat Kennedy as the inaugural head football coach.
- Kennedy announced his retirement on Friday, February 21, 2026.
The players
Pat Kennedy
The only head football coach in Lake Creek High School history, leading the program from its inception in 2018 to his retirement in 2026.
Montgomery ISD
The school district that oversees Lake Creek High School and announced Kennedy's retirement.
What they’re saying
“Coach Kennedy opened Lake Creek High School in 2018 as the first Head Football Coach and Athletic Coordinator, building the Lions athletic program from the ground up. What began as a brand new campus quickly developed into one of the premier athletic programs in the region under his leadership.”
— Montgomery ISD (Press Release)
“There are so many moments that stand out. Our third round playoff run in 2022 was special because it reflected how far our program had come in such a short time. But beyond wins and championships, I will remember the relationships, the daily work, and the pride our student-athletes showed in representing Lake Creek.”
— Pat Kennedy, Retiring Head Football Coach (Press Release)
What’s next
Lake Creek High School is now searching for its second head football coach in school history to continue the program's success.
The takeaway
Pat Kennedy's retirement marks the end of an era for the Lake Creek football program, which he built from the ground up into a regional powerhouse. His departure will be a significant transition for the school as it seeks to maintain the Lions' high level of athletic achievement under new leadership.
