Holmes High School will have new leadership when it kicks off the 2025 varsity football season. Offensive Coordinator Jon Hopkins has been named the interim head coach
replacing Ben Nevels. Nevels resigned earlier this month after a 12-year stint with the Bulldogs.
“I am incredibly honored and excited to be named the new Head Football Coach at Holmes High School. My dedication to this school and community runs deep,” said Hopkins. “I love Holmes High School, I love this community, and I'm eager to bring that same passion and commitment to leading our football program. I look forward to working with our student-athletes, coaching staff, and the entire Bulldog family to achieve great success on and off the field.”
Hopkins has served as Holmes’ assistant football coach since 2001. He has also led the boys track team for 15 years. He has been a counselor at the school since 2007.
“With over three decades in education and 30 years on the football field—24 of them at Holmes High School—he has not only coached generations of athletes but built lasting relationships that now span parents and their children. His commitment to students and this community is unmatched,” said Ken Ellis, Holmes Athletic Director.
The Bulldogs will open the season on August 22 at Boone County High School.
2025 Varsity Football Schedule:
August 22 – at Boone County High School
August 29 – vs. Ludlow High School
September 5 – vs. Green County High School
September 12 – at Holy Cross High School
September 19 - Open
September 26 – vs. Jackson City School (Homecoming)
October 3 – vs. Shelby County High School
October 10 – at Ohio County High School
October 17 – at Thomas Nelson High School
October 24 – at Lewis County High School
October 30 – vs. Scott High School