Middletown Christian Schools announced this week that Jarred Jermacans will take over as head coach of the boys basketball program, succeeding Ryan Fairchild, who left to pursue a head‑coaching position at Madison.
Jermacans arrives after a year serving simultaneously as an assistant coach and athletic director at the school, a role that gave him intimate insight into the program’s culture and its student‑athletes. His career path has been marked by stops at Berks Christian School and the University of Valley Forge before he pursued a master’s degree in sport administration at the University of Cincinnati, experiences that have shaped his approach to leadership.
At the heart of Jermacans’ philosophy is a relationship‑based model that seeks to develop players not only as athletes but also as individuals grounded in faith, accountability and academic excellence. He envisions an aggressive defensive identity for the Eagles, one that forces opponents to think and react under pressure while the team grows holistically.
A Faith‑Driven Vision for the Future
The coaching staff will retain key assistants Eric Gwinn and Alan Holtrey, ensuring continuity and stability as the new head coach implements his vision. Their return signals a commitment to building on existing foundations while embracing fresh ideas.
Beyond the hardwood, Jermacans hopes to prepare his players for life beyond high school, emphasizing spiritual growth alongside athletic and academic achievement. The school community anticipates that this integrated approach will produce well‑rounded young men ready to meet future challenges.