Torrance, CA (January 30, 2026): Bishop Montgomery High School is proud to announce the appointment of Oscar McBride as the new Head Football Coach following a highly competitive search process that drew more than 70 applicants from across the region and beyond. McBride becomes the 14th coach in program history.
Coach McBride brings to Bishop Montgomery a powerful combination of leadership, character, and football excellence. A former collegiate standout and NFL veteran, he understands firsthand the discipline, commitment, and teamwork required to compete at the highest levels. More importantly, he is deeply committed to mentoring young men and helping them grow not only as athletes, but as students and faith-filled leaders.
Throughout the interview process, Coach McBride distinguished himself through a clear vision for building a comprehensive, mission-aligned football program rooted in accountability, brotherhood, and personal development. His passion for forming student-athletes in character and integrity resonated strongly with our administration and advisory partners.
Coach McBride has consistently demonstrated a commitment to positive youth development, emphasizing academic achievement, leadership formation, and community engagement. He believes football is a vehicle for teaching life lessons such as perseverance, humility, resilience, and service to others. His approach aligns fully with Bishop Montgomery’s Catholic mission to develop the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve the Bishop Montgomery community,” said Coach McBride. “Bishop Montgomery has a proud, rich tradition of excellence built on faith, discipline, and commitment, and it is an honor to help steward that legacy forward. Our focus will be on restoring the standard—doing things the right way, every day—while developing young men of character who compete with pride, humility, and purpose. The work begins now… together.”
“Our search committee was deeply impressed not only by Coach McBride’s experience and football knowledge, but by his heart for mentorship and his desire to invest in the lives of our young men,” said Dr. Michele Starkey, Principal. “From a talented pool of over 70 candidates, Coach McBride emerged as the leader who best embodies our values and the future we envision for Knight football.”
As Head Coach, McBride will focus on building a strong program culture, strengthening alumni and community connections, and creating a developmental pathway that prepares student-athletes for success at the next level academically, athletically, and spiritually.
Bishop Montgomery High School looks forward to welcoming Coach McBride to the Knight family and to an exciting new chapter for our football program. Please join us in congratulating Coach Oscar McBride on his appointment.
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