Opelika Head Football Coach Bryan Moore Steps Down After Two Seasons

December 20, 2025

OPELIKA, AL – Bryan Moore has stepped down as Opelika High School head football coach, ending a successful two-year tenure. The Opelika City Board of Education accepted Moore’s resignation during an emergency meeting on Dec. 19, 2025. The announcement comes weeks after Moore led the Bulldogs to their first-ever Class 7A state championship game.

Success at Opelika

Moore compiled a 19-7 record during his time at Opelika, including a 10-4 finish in 2025. The Bulldogs’ playoff run included a dramatic 31-28 victory over rival Auburn High School in the state semifinals. Opelika ultimately fell to powerhouse Thompson in the Class 7A title game, but Moore’s leadership revitalized the program and brought the community together.

Before Moore’s arrival, Opelika had not achieved a 10-win season since 2020.

Coaching career

Moore, a graduate of Springwood School and Auburn University, began his coaching career at Opelika in 2007 as a ninth-grade football assistant coach and head basketball coach. He later took on head coaching roles at several schools across Alabama.

Eufaula High School (2015-2017): Moore’s first head coaching position resulted in a 26-9 record and three playoff appearances over three seasons.
Jasper High School (2018-2019): Moore led the Vikings to a 22-3 record over two seasons, with his teams going undefeated in region play and claiming region titles in both seasons.
Hartselle High School (2020-2023): At Hartselle, Moore compiled a 38-9 record over four seasons, leading the program to multiple deep playoff runs and a pair of region crowns.
Opelika High School (2024-2025): Returning to Opelika in 2024, Moore quickly turned the Bulldogs into contenders, culminating in a trip to the Class 7A state championship game in his second and final season.

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Moore’s overall coaching record stands at 105-28, with a winning percentage of 78.9%. His teams have earned four region championships and advanced to the postseason in each of his 11 seasons as a head coach.

Superintendent’s statement

Dr. Kevin Davis, superintendent of Opelika City Schools, expressed gratitude for Moore’s contributions in a statement:
“We are grateful to Coach Moore for his leadership of our student-athletes at Opelika High School. It is our goal as a school system to provide the best resources and experiences to our students and student-athletes. The search process will begin immediately to find the best possible fit to build on the success, character and tradition of Opelika football. We wish Coach Moore well in his future endeavors.”

What’s next for Opelika

The Bulldogs will now search for their fourth head coach since 2016. Opelika High School, known for its strong academic and athletic programs, has a storied football tradition dating back to 1917.

Moore’s future

Moore has not announced his next steps, but his track record suggests he will remain a sought-after figure in Alabama high school football.

FEATURED IMAGE: Moore following the Bulldogs 48-10 loss to Thompson in the 2025 AHSAA Class 7A state title game at Birmingham’s Protective Stadium. (Jackson Hillis | PrepsNet)