Goforth named Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at CISD; plans to be in place after spring break

Bobby Jack Goforth has accepted the position of athletic director and head football coach for Caldwell Independent School District. He comes to Caldwell from John Jay High School in San Antonio, where he has served as head football coach since 2007.

Goforth has a football-rich history, beginning as a player at Caldwell High School in the early- to mid-eighties. After graduating, Goforth went to school at Baylor University on a football scholarship, playing under legendary coach Grant Teaff. Goforth began his coaching career in Mexia, and later spent 8 years coaching football at the state’s premier powerhouse, Katy High School.  

In an interview today with Eagle sports writer Larry Bowen on KZNE 1150, Goforth explains his reasoning for coming back to Caldwell after so many years.

“I wanted the opportunity to give back to Caldwell,” states Goforth, “which was a place that gave so much to me and my family through the years.” According to Goforth, the timing was right for a move, despite the volatile atmosphere of the past few seasons.

With regard to football , Goforth states there will be a huge emphasis on defense, and he won’t rule out some quick passing and play action on offense.

When asked about his immediate course of action, Goforth says, “I hope to be in Caldwell the Monday following spring break to work with the kids and start to formulate a plan of action as we head into the summer months.”  He goes on to say, “The most important thing is the kids [in Caldwell], and how to impact them in a positive way so they can create their own memories.”