Ex-NFL standout Marcus Peters named head football coach at McClymonds
San Francisco Chronicle • • sports
Key Points:
- Michael Peters stepped down as head coach of McClymonds football after 33 seasons, including 13 as head coach, with a record of 142-24 and never losing to an Oakland Athletic League opponent on the field.
- Marcus Peters, Michael's son and former volunteer assistant coach, has been named the new head coach; he is a McClymonds alumnus and former NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
- Marcus Peters had a notable football career, including being an All-Metro star in high school, playing at the University of Washington, and being drafted 18th overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2015.
- Michael Peters initially retired after the 2023 season but returned for two additional seasons due to community and family encouragement, leading the team to a combined 21-8 record and continued success in the Oakland Athletic League.
- McClymonds continues to compete strongly despite a small student body, achieving its 16th straight Silver Bowl/Oakland Section title in 2025 with a dominant 34-0 win over Oakland Tech.
