BREAKING: Rod Sherman Out as Orange Lutheran Head Football Coach After Five Seasons

Orange Lutheran High School announced Monday morning that Rod Sherman has concluded his tenure as head football coach, effective immediately. The news came in a letter to football families from Assistant Principal of Athletics Jon Spencer, who expressed gratitude for Sherman’s five years of service while confirming the program will move forward with a national search for his replacement.

Sherman compiled a 33-29 overall record during his time with the Lancers, navigating the tough Trinity League schedule. His tenure included several memorable postseason moments, most notably the 2025 CIF Southern Section Division 1 playoff run. Despite a challenging 3-9 regular season, Orange Lutheran stunned the high school football world with a 20-19 quarterfinal upset over nationally top-ranked St. John Bosco — a Braves team that had blown out the Lancers 48-0 just weeks earlier in league play. The dramatic victory propelled Orange Lutheran to the Division 1 semifinals.

During the transition, Football General Manager Kyla Laulhere will oversee all football operations, with Chris Ward serving as the on-field lead coach.