Football

Jason Newsom, MA

Athletic Director, Head Coach

Coach Newsom is a Lubbock, Texas native who brings a deep passion for athlete development and a proven track record of success at every level. A former college football player at Eastern New Mexico University, he has built his career on developing athletes both on and off the field.

He began his coaching career as a strength coach at Morehead State University, where he worked with multiple sports and helped guide 38 athletes to All-Conference honors, while contributing to three conference championships and a national championship across programs.

Coach Newsom went on to assist with the football sports performance department at Stanford University during a season that culminated in a Fiesta Bowl appearance. During his time there, 15 players were eventually selected in the NFL Draft. He also gained valuable experience with the Baylor University football performance staff, contributing to a team that went on to win the Holiday Bowl, with 11 players from that program advancing to the NFL.

Transitioning to an on-field role, Coach Newsom served as Special Teams Coordinator and Director of Strength & Conditioning at East Coast Prep, where he was later promoted to Athletic Director. Over five seasons, he helped build the program into one of the top post-graduate programs in the country. During his tenure, the team never recorded a losing season and more than 150 student-athletes earned college scholarships, with four advancing to professional football.

Now, Coach Newsom is focused on building Christian Community College into a premier program, committed to developing disciplined, high-performing athletes ready to compete at the next level.

Charles Planks Jr.

Offensive Coordinator, Head Track Coach

Born in Lubbock, Charles Planks Jr. developed a lifelong passion for athletics, leadership, and youth development. He graduated from Monterey High School before continuing his education and athletic career at Angelo State University, where he played football and ran track. 

Committed to furthering his professional growth in athletics and coaching. Charles has served as a dedicated coach for Trinity programs, coached youth athletes, and worked as a personal trainer. 

His work reflects a deep passion for football, mentorship, and helping individuals build confidence, discipline, and strength both on and off the field. He is known for his commitment to developing young athletes.

                    Jeremy Smith

Offensive Line

Born and raised in West Texas, Coach Smith discovered his passion for sports while playing football, basketball, and running track at Loop ISD.

 Jeremy attended South Plains College before serving 8 years in the United States Marine Corps, including a deployment to Iraq in 2003. He later served 6 years in the United States Army and deployed to Iraq again. His military service instilled the values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment, along with leadership, discipline, teamwork, and determination.

After returning home to Loop with his wife and four children.

Jeremy continued pursuing his passion for coaching by studying performance coaching. His journey eventually led him to Arena Football, where he served as a defensive coach for the Wolfforth Warriors and West Texas Flyers.

Today, Coach Smith is dedicated to developing athletes both on and off the field, using his experiences in sports, military service, and coaching to teach discipline, accountability, leadership, hard work, and character.

His mission is simple: develop better athletes, build stronger leaders, and make a lasting impact on the young people he coaches.