Robbie Gould Resigns as Head Football Coach at Rolling Meadows High School

A Mutual Decision

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. (WGN) — The most successful kicker in Chicago Bears history has resigned as head football coach of the Rolling Meadows Mustangs. High School District 214 officials announced that Rolling Meadows High School and Robbie Gould have mutually parted ways.

A Season of Progress

The news came a month after the school wrapped up a 5-5 season, where they were bounced in the first round of the IHSA Class 7A playoffs by St. Charles North High School. Despite this, the school and Gould have expressed gratitude for his contributions to the team.

A Statement from the School

"We are grateful for Coach Gould’s contributions to Rolling Meadows High School over the past year and for his role in fostering the growth and development of our student-athletes," reads a statement from Rolling Meadows High School. "As we mutually part ways, we do so with respect and genuine well-wishes for each other’s future endeavors. Mustang football has a proud tradition of excellence, and we remain committed to building on that legacy. The search for a new head football coach will begin immediately, with the position to be posted next week."

Gould’s Legacy

Gould, the Bears’ all-time leading scorer, was named the ninth head football coach in Rolling Meadows history when he was hired in February. He joined a program that had missed the playoffs for two consecutive years, a misnomer for a school that had previously qualified for the IHSA playoffs in 17 of the last 18 years before their two-year drought.

Gould’s Statement

"I’m so proud of the progress we’ve made together at Rolling Meadows," reads a statement from Gould. "Watching these athletes grow not just on the field but as individuals has been an honor. Although it’s time for me to move on, I leave knowing the foundation we’ve strengthened ensures the program is set for continued success."

The Future of Mustang Football

District officials said their search for a new head coach will begin immediately, and the position will be posted next week. The school is committed to building on its legacy of excellence and ensuring the program’s continued success.

FAQs

• What led to the decision for Robbie Gould to resign as head football coach of Rolling Meadows High School?
  • The decision was mutual, with both the school and Gould agreeing to part ways.
• What is the school’s plan for finding a new head football coach?
  • The school will begin searching for a new head coach immediately, with the position to be posted next week.
• How has Robbie Gould contributed to the school’s football program?
  • Gould has been instrumental in fostering the growth and development of student-athletes and has helped strengthen the program’s foundation for continued success.