Wells named new head football coach at Episcopal
Episcopal School alumnus Marcus Wells has been named his alma mater’s football program head coach and program director. Wells, a member of Episcopal’s class of 1990, has served on the ESJ football coaching staff for eight years, the last seven as associate head coach and defensive coordinator.
Wells will take the place of former Jaguars quarterback Mark Brunell, who served as head football coach at Episcopal for eight years. Brunell is returning to the NFL as a member of the coaching staff for the Detroit Lions.
“Coach Wells is one of the key reasons for our team’s most recent success, highlighted by back-to-back playoff appearances and three playoff victories,” said Episcopal Director of Athletics Andy Kidd. “He has a strong understanding of what it takes to be successful both on and off the field at Episcopal, and I am confident he will ensure our student-athletes reach their full potential. We are excited to welcome him as our head coach for the upcoming season.”
Wells was one of the most decorated players in Eagle football history. He set several school records on his way to earning an invitation to play for Cornell University. Wells finished his education at the University of Florida before starting his career as an educator. In addition to his coaching duties, he will continue to work full-time on campus.
In 2017-2018, Wells received the Timothy Award, an award presented annually to an Episcopal teacher who exemplifies the ideal of Christian service to students and to the community.
Wells has four children. Noah and Maia are graduates of the Episcopal School, while Olivia is a sophomore and Christian, a freshman.
“There is no better choice for Episcopal than Marcus Wells as the new head coach of our football program,” said Head of School The Rev. Adam Greene. “His character, leadership, and the outstanding contributions he has made to our community over the past eight years are truly exceptional. Our students will benefit from his talents as a football coach and former player and most importantly from his talents as a mentor and a leader. We look forward to the next season beginning under his leadership.”
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