Holmes High School has announced the appointment of Emanuel Golsby as the new head football coach for the Bulldogs. A familiar face to the Holmes community, Golsby returns to his alma mater with a decade of coaching experience and a deep connection to the school.
"I am excited," said Golsby. "It’s home. I’ve always held that school near and dear to my heart.”
Golsby, 38, most recently served as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Purcell Marian High School. His extensive coaching background throughout Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati area includes multiple leadership roles at Dixie Heights High School, where he was co-offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach, wide receivers coach, and special teams coordinator. He has also held coaching positions at Turpin High School, New Richmond High School, and previously at Holmes High School and Holmes Middle School in various offensive and defensive capacities. Golsby is a Holmes alumnus who played wide receiver, running back, and defensive back for the Bulldogs.
Ken Ellis, Holmes' athletic director, noted that Golsby was the unanimous choice of the search committee. "He has built a reputation for developing strong relationships with student-athletes, parents, and staff while emphasizing discipline, accountability, and academic success," Ellis said. “He brings a comprehensive understanding of the game, with experience coaching both offense and defense, and a strong commitment to preparation, film study, and effective communication.”
Golsby, a 2005 Holmes graduate, holds a Bachelor of Science in History from Northern Kentucky University. He replaces Jon Hopkins, who is retiring in June after one year as head coach and several years as an assistant coach and school counselor.