North High senior and sports reporter Zain Bando made the official announcement of Joe Horeni joining District 99.
North High School in Downers Grove has hired South High 2002 alum Joe Horeni as a physical education teacher; Horeni will also serve as the new DGN head football coach. On Monday, Feb. 26, North High senior and sports reporter Zain Bando made the official announcement and interviewed Horeni after approval from the Board of Education business meeting.
“We’re honored to welcome Joe to the Trojan family, especially being an esteemed alum of District 99,” said North High Athletic Direct Denise Kavanaugh. “Joe’s high school coaching experience and enthusiasm are exactly what students need, both in class and on the field.”
Previously, Horeni was the head coach at Highland Park High School from 2015-2018. He has also served as a football coach at St. Francis High School (2010-2014), South High School in Downers Grove (2008-2009), and Morris High School (2007). Horeni played college football at Illinois College.
“I’m thrilled to be coming back home to Downers Grove,” said Horeni. “The players have remarkable talent and energy and I can’t wait to get started working with them this summer.”
Athletes, students, parents and community members are welcome to meet Coach Horeni at North High. The “Meet the Head Coach” event will take place Monday, March 12 from 7-8 p.m. in the North High Auditorium. The program will include a presentation at 7 p.m. and a “Meet the coach” following in the Auditorium lobby.