Paul Hamilton, a veteran college football coach with Lowcountry roots, has been named head football coach and athletic director at St. John’s High School on Johns Island.
Hiring Details
Hamilton steps into a major rebuilding role for the Islanders, who posted a dismal 1-10 record in the 2025-26 season (1-5 in conference) and went winless the prior year. Their last winning season was 2018-19 at 7-5. He emphasized building a winning culture: “We are going to build our athletic department where winning is important… the fun is what? Winning.”
Coaching Background
- College Record: 72–148 overall, including stints at East Tennessee State (1998-2003, 38-41), Brevard (multiple years like 2007, 2011-12 with records around 2-9), and interim head coach at Kentucky State in 2022.
- Local Ties: Returning home to Charleston County after college-level experience, bringing leadership to high school football.
This hire aims to revitalize a struggling program through his expertise and emphasis on competitive fun.
