Athletic Director Ryan Press has named Chris Long to replace Jon Dimalante as the Apaches' head football coach, according to the Pasadena Star-News.
The newspaper reported Long has had a lengthy, off-and-on history with the Apaches that began in 1997; most recently, he served as assistant head coach and offensive coordinator during .
According to the Star-News, Long has coached at several area high schools, including separate 3-season stints as head coach at Western Christian and Hoover high schools.
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He also coached at L.A. Southwest College, which he attended before receiving a full ride to Eastern Michigan, the Star-News reported. He holds a degree in sociology.
Citing personal pursuits and family, The announcement concluded 17 proud years at the Apaches' helm.
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Dimalante lead the Apaches to 10 Pacific League Championships and held a record of 113-76-1. He will remain at Arcadia High School as a teacher.
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