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Patrick Nix Resigns as Central-Phenix City Football Coach to Pursue Ministry

He departs after a 65-14, six-year run capped by Central’s 2023 Class 7A championship.

Overview

  • The Central-Phenix City school district announced his resignation on Jan. 8, citing his decision to pursue ministry.
  • Nix led the Red Devils to three state championship game appearances in six seasons, including the 2023 title.
  • His final team went 11-2 and fell 35-34 at home in the state semifinals to eventual champion Thompson.
  • As a high-school head coach, he owns a 131-36 record with a 31-10 playoff mark, seven regional titles and three state championships.
  • In comments published Friday, Nix said he will focus on full-time discipleship work through his family’s AIRO nonprofit, and the school has not named a successor.