News Summary

Nicholas M. Felus is appointed as the new head varsity football coach at Neshaminy High School. With a stellar coaching background and notable achievements at Penn Cambria High School, Felus aims to lead the team to success in the upcoming 2025 season. He takes over from Steve Wilmot, who had a successful 20-year coaching tenure. Felus is excited to work with returning players and develop the team’s potential in the competitive Suburban One League.

Neshaminy School Bed Welcomes Its New Head Varsity Football Coach

In a thrilling announcement for the local sports community of Neshaminy, Nicholas M. Felus has been named the new head varsity football coach for Neshaminy High School. This exciting decision was approved by the Neshaminy School Board on March 13, 2025, bringing a wave of enthusiasm just in time for the 2025 football season.

A Stellar Coaching Background

Felus isn’t just a name—he’s a seasoned coach with an impressive track record. Over the past few years, he made his mark as the head coach at Penn Cambria High School, where he stepped in during 2019. Under his guidance, the team achieved a remarkable 14-1 record in their last season, clinching the first-ever district championship in the school’s history. To put this accomplishment into perspective, Penn Cambria even advanced to the highly competitive PIAA Class AAA state semifinals in 2024.

His accolades don’t stop there! Felus was honored with the Coach of the Year title by the Altoona Mirror and recognized as the District 6 Coach of the Year by the Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association. These achievements reflect his commitment to excellence and his ability to motivate young athletes to reach their potential.

Experience That Matters

Before his successful tenure at Penn Cambria, Felus led the Altoona Area High School football team from 2016 to 2019. His earlier coaching career saw him working as an offensive coordinator, quarterbacks, and wide receivers coach at Coatesville Area High School from 2009 until 2016, making him well-prepared to take on this new role.

But Felus isn’t just about football; he’s also an educator! He graduated from Penn Cambria High School in 1996 and holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Lock Haven University. On top of that, he has a master’s degree in educational leadership from West Virginia University, showcasing his dedication to both teaching and coaching. His experience as a high school and elementary classroom teacher in the Coatesville Area School District gives him a unique perspective on mentoring and developing young athletes.

Transition and Future Prospects

Felus takes over the reins from Steve Wilmot, who recently resigned from his position after an impressive 20-year tenure as an assistant and 10 years as the head coach at Neshaminy. During Wilmot’s time, the team enjoyed a solid 64-42 record and celebrated victory in the Suburban One League National Conference championships in both 2016 and 2017. Last season, the Neshaminy football team finished with a 6-5 record and made it to the District One Class 6A playoffs, although they bowed out in the first round.

What’s more, Felus has a promising roster to work with! The team has returning stars like quarterback Mike Eckart, running backs Carter Clee and Nahsir Moore, and tight end Lucas Stewart. This talented lineup coupled with his coaching acumen signals exciting times ahead for Neshaminy football.

Coaching Philosophy and Team Development

Felus is keen to hit the ground running as he prepares to meet with players and share future plans. His goal is to build upon the hard work and dedication already shown by these young athletes, fostering an environment I where they can thrive in the Suburban One League National and the District One Class 6A competitions.

As the community gears up for Felus’s new direction, there’s an unmistakable buzz of anticipation in the air. The dawn of the 2025 football season is shaping up to be a thrilling chapter for Neshaminy High School! With a coach like Nicholas M. Felus at the helm, there’s plenty of reason to believe that the best is yet to come.

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