Ohio high school football coach finds out he’s been fired through news article
The former Ohio high school football coach says no one from the district informed him of the decision before it became public.
An Ohio high school football coach, Rob Oursler, was unexpectedly informed of his firing through a news article, coinciding with the town's own reaction. According to The Lorain Morning Journal, Oursler was dismayed to learn through a public article that he would be replaced, despite having no direct communication from the district or explanation about the decision.
Oberlin has not participated in the 2026 season as administrators canceled it due to low participation numbers. Only eight players showed up to a mandatory camp, with less than 15 students-athletes attending the interest meeting. In response to the mishandled situation, Oberlin athletic director Julian-Acosta Gorman issued a statement, apologizing for the inadequate communication and taking full responsibility for the breakdown.
The Phoenix are currently searching for their fifth head coach since the 2021 season. Oursler expressed his intention to continue coaching other sports at Oberlin, including basketball, emphasizing his ongoing commitment to coaching and developing student-athletes. He remains devoted to the other programs he oversees at Oberlin City Schools, proud of his past contributions and determined to uphold his values both on and off the field.
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