Dating back to its founding in the late 1800s, Owensboro High School football has become a storied program, thanks in large to the successful coaches over the years. Current Head Coach Jay Fallin has solidified himself as a legend in the program, recently becoming second all-time in coaching wins with 99 in only 10 years on the job.
Fallin said it was humbling to know he’s now second on the coaching win list at OHS.
“It is a great opportunity to reflect on a few different things, but I try to shy away from public praise on me when possible,” Fallin said. “But it was a nice milestone to reach because I can reflect on my predecessor who I learned so much from. The time I spent learning from him was wonderful memories.”
Fallin has a .750 win percentage in his career, averaging 9.8 victories per year with the Red Devil offense amassing 37.3 points per game. In 10 seasons under Fallin, the Red Devils have reached the region championship seven times, winning four, and they’ve made it to at least the state semifinals the last four years.
“It’s an unreal accomplishment when you think of the storied history of OHS football,” Owensboro High School Athletic Director Todd Harper said. “For Jay to become our second-most winningest coach is a testament to him and his staff’s hard work. We have been playing football here since the late 1800s and we have had many outstanding coaches with great records and win percentages. For him to reach this milestone in 10 years is amazing. We schedule as many difficult games as we can and he isn’t going through a cupcake schedule.”
This season was no different. The first four weeks included OHS playing Christian Academy-Louisville and Bowling Green, both defending state champions in their respective classes, as well as Owensboro Catholic, who lost a nailbiter in the 2A state title game last year.
Those are the only three losses for the Red Devils this year, who are 8-3 with a district title and a first-round playoff win over Ohio County. Now they’ll head into a rematch with Bowling Green in a game that will be played at Rash Stadium this Friday.
Fallin was also recently named District 1 Coach of the Year for the fifth time in his career, having also won the award in 2015, 2018, 2020, and 2021.
“That is a team honor,” Fallin said. “It is a reflection of the entire organization. I am humbled and honored because it is an honor voted on by your peers.”
