Wilson Central football hires Josh Knipfel as coach, replacing Ben Kuhn
Wilson Central football has appointed Josh Knipfel as its new head coach, succeeding Ben Kuhn. Knipfel, who previously served as an assistant coach, aims to lead the team to its first playoff appearance since 2021. The Wildcats finished the 2025 season with a 5-5 record.
- ▪Josh Knipfel has been promoted from assistant coach to head coach of Wilson Central football.
- ▪He is the seventh coach in the program's history and takes over after Ben Kuhn's resignation.
- ▪Kuhn had a record of 13-18 over three seasons with the Wildcats.
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