Nouvel Catholic Central is proud to announce that on Saturday, March 9, 2019 our very own Coach Michael Boyd will be inducted into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Coach Boyd is being recognized as one of the state’s fourteen outstanding high school football coaches. Following in his father’s footsteps, Boyd’s father, Leo “Smoky” Boyd, was inducted into the same Hall of Fame in 1985.
NCCS is both proud and appreciative of Coach Boyd’s achievements throughout his 29-year career. As Varsity Assistant Coach (1990-1999) Coach Boyd had a 71-32 record and as Varsity Head Coach (2000-2018) has achieved a 174-47 record. When asked what coaching football has meant to him, Coach Boyd shared, “
It is a great opportunity to play a significant role in the development of young men. It’s also about the ability to create a positive atmosphere for our entire school community through the great sport of football.”
During Coach Boyd’s career, NCCHS has won three state championships and has twice received state runner-up titles. The football team has also achieved 19 regional and district championships under his leadership, as well as 25 years in the play-offs. In addition to being inducted into the Hall of Fame, Coach Boyd has previously been awarded State Coach of the Year, Steve Spicer Memorial Award (twice) and led 14 Academic All-State teams.
In addition to his role as football coach, Coach Boyd also serves as Nouvel Catholic Central Athletic Director and Dean of Student Support Services.
“I have been very fortunate and blessed to have had the opportunity to work at Nouvel Catholic Central with tremendous community and administrative support. The greatest reward of coaching has been the young men coming back and sharing how their football experience has made an impact on their life,” added Boyd.
The induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, March 9 at the Crowne Plaza West Lansing. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a social, dinner at 6:30 and then Induction starting at 7:30 p.m. Those interested in attending can purchase tickets for $35 each by contacting Mr. Gandalf Church at
gchurch@sjschools.org or (269) 449-6553. Tickets must be ordered by Saturday, March 2.
Please help us congratulate Coach Michael Boyd on this very deserving recognition.