Head Coach Jim Hartigan
James Michael Hartigan, 37 was born on August 9, 1960 in Philadelphia. he is a member of the American Football Coaches Association. Hartigan is a graduate of University High School in Irvine and Cal State Fullerton whre he played defensive back under Gene Murphy. He came to Santa Margarita after coaching stints at Mater Dei and his alma mater, University. Married in February of 1992, Hartigan, his wife Gina and daughter Gemma reside in Wagon Wheel Canyon. Hartigan Finished his Master's degree in education at Azusa Pacific University in 1993. He is also chairperson of the physical education department.
Beginning his 12th year at Santa Margarita High School and tenth as the Varsity head coach, Jim Hartigan has established himself as on of the winningest coaches in Orange County. Under Hartigan the Eagles have never had a losing season and have reached the CIF playoffs in eight of those nine years. The 1996 team finished its campaign with a 13-1 record, while defeating Newport Harbor, 38-0, in the CIF-SS Division V title game. The 1997 team finished 14-0 defeating Tustin in the Division V finals. The Eagles finished ranked number 1 in Division II in the State. On the way, Santa Margarita also captured it's Second league title and Hartigan was named CIF Division V coach of the Year for the second year in a row. He has been instrumental off the field as well. The weight room, team room, and coaching complex are a reflection of his dedication to building the finest program in the county. His guidance, leadership and commitment to academics are evident as seven of his former players have moved on to play at the Ivy League schools.
Varsity Coaches
Chris King, Shane Mielke, Jay McLaughlin, Head Coach Jim Hartigan, Joe Silvey, Tommy Inglima, Sergio Muniz, John Rodriquez
JV Coaches
Tom Inglima, John Rodriguez, Head Coach
Andy Sulick, Vince Pattee, Scott Vlakovich
Chris King, Sergio Muniz, John Stamos
Freshman Coaches
Steve Eggert, Head Coach Scott Britt, Mike
Borowski, Mark Jerue
Kevin McNeal and Aaron Gutridge
Support Staff
Vince Pattee Equipment Manager |
Brett Tomberlin Student Manager |
Ray Gonzalez Trainer |
Team Doctors
Dr. Lance Wrobel Orthopedic Surgeon |
Dr. Michael Welcome Team Dentist |
Dr. Larry Gersten Orthopedic Specialist |
School Administration
Mr Merrit Hemenway Principal |
Mary Beth Dougherty Assistant Principal |
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Lu Dominguez Assistant Principal |
Richard Schaaf Athletic Director |
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Mary Redwitz Booster Accountant |
Nancy Peterson Assistant Principal |
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Tom Smith Activities Director |
Dr. Greg Giuliano Dean of Discipline |
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Jack Morse Dean of Discipline |
Dr. Mike Elliott Family/Psychological Services |
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Chuck Hansen Plant Manager |
Doug Williams Associate Athletic Director |
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Pete Stevenson Game Day Announcer |
Fr. Peter Muller Team Chaplain |
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Randy Redwitz Business Manager |
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Steve Selwood Eagle TV |