Neshaminy, Pennsylvania – After a decade of shaping young football talent, Steve Wilmot has decided to step down as the head coach of the Neshaminy Redskins football team. His resignation was announced on Thursday, and he expressed in his letter that the choice was not an easy one, saying, “It was not a decision that was easy to make.” At 53 years old, Wilmot leaves behind a strong legacy with a 64-42 record in his time at the helm.
During his tenure, Wilmot led the team to remarkable success, including back-to-back championships in the Suburban One League National Conference in 2016 and 2017. The 2016 season was particularly memorable as the Redskins completed a 10-0 regular season and finished with an overall record of 11-1. The following year, the team made a deep run, reaching the PIAA District One Class 6A semifinals before a tough loss to North Penn.
In his final season, the team posted a 6-5 record and qualified for the district playoffs. However, they were eliminated by Owen J. Roberts in the first round. Wilmot’s son, Jason, had a standout year as a senior running back on the squad. The impact of Wilmot’s coaching goes beyond just wins and losses, as junior quarterback Mike Eckart shared his sentiments: “His impact on the players — not just on the field but in their lives — is unexplainable.”
Reflecting on his coaching journey, Wilmot identified the 2016 team as his best due to its talent, despite injuries during the playoffs. In discussions about his decision to leave, he noted, “Watching each and every player grow up in the three or four years in the program will always be remembered, even over the greatest wins.” He expressed that what he will miss the most are “the players and the daily interactions,” highlighting how rewarding it has been to coach high school football.
As the news brings sadness among players, senior defensive lineman Woody Moise remarked, “It’s sad spending four years with him, and now hearing that he’s going to be gone (stinks).” Wilmot has also been a biology teacher at the school for many years, further solidifying his dedication to the Neshaminy community.
