Craig McCord assumed the role of interim head coach for the women’s basketball program for the 2011-2012 season on Monday, September 16.

McCord, who is also currently in his eighth season as an assistant coach for the Jackets on the gridiron, will serve as the 11th head coach in the 39-year history of DC’s women’s basketball program.

Despite an extensive background coaching football at the high school and collegiate ranks, the Ohio High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Famer boasts plenty of success as a coach on the hardwood as well.

McCord led the women’s basketball program at Ayersville High for 15 seasons, compiling a record of 186-143 with the Lady Pilots during that span. McCord’s tenure with the Ayersville women’s basketball program was highlighted by a trip to the Ohio State Final Four in 1992 and a selection as the women’s basketball Coach of the Year by the Crescent-News.

Along with his accolades on the court, McCord also guided the Pilot football program for 30 years. After starting the program in 1974, McCord turned the squad into 12-time conference champions and led Ayersville to a berth in the championship game of the 1986 Ohio State Playoffs and recently had the field dedicated in his honor.

Prior to beginning his coaching career at Ayersville, McCord graduated from Ashland University and earned a master’s degree from Bowling Green State University. McCord boasts nearly four decades of coaching experiences at the high school and collegiate ranks.

Craig and his wife, Patti, have three grown children and are the grandparents of nine.