Jeff Weible, the veteran coach who steered the North Kitsap High School Vikings in both baseball and football, has formally resigned from his dual leadership roles, bringing an end to a tenure that spanned more than ten years.
His departure follows an administrative leave that was imposed in May amid a personnel matter; Weible remains on leave from his position as a physical‑education teacher at the same school while the district determines a permanent replacement for the programs he long guided.
In the interim, Chris Richardson has stepped in to oversee the football squad, ensuring continuity as the school searches for a permanent head coach.
Weible’s own athletic pedigree includes a standout high‑school career as a catcher on the 1988 state‑championship Vikings baseball team, a foundation that led to collegiate play at Lower Columbia College and the University of Washington.
He transitioned to coaching in 2006, taking the helm of the baseball program and quickly establishing a dynasty that saw his teams reach the playoffs every season for over two decades, capture twelve Olympic League titles and contest thirteen state tournaments.
On the gridiron, Weible assumed the football coaching duties in 2011, guiding the Vikings to playoff appearances in each of his fifteen seasons, securing nine Olympic League championships and a state championship game appearance in 2022, where the team fell to Lynden by a score of 31‑24.
The 2022 state championship game loss to Lynden underscored both the program’s resilience and the high expectations that have become synonymous with Weible’s name.
A legacy defined by championships
Weible’s dual‑sport success is rare in the region, reflecting a blend of strategic acumen, player development and community engagement that elevated the Vikings to perennial contenders.
Colleagues and alumni alike credit him with fostering a culture of discipline and ambition, traits that have persisted long after individual players have moved on.
As the district moves forward, the search for a permanent coach will likely draw on the bench of experienced assistants, but the standard set by Weible will remain a benchmark for any future leader.