Westgate’s coaching staff brings experience, success to Tiger team

Published 1:00 am Friday, June 10, 2022

While many teams around Louisiana are scrambling to replace coaches over the summer, the Westgate football team seems to have perfected its staff. Led by veteran coach Ryan Antoine, the Tigers have assembled a cadre that combines high level playing experience with a deep understanding of the culture of New Iberia.

Many players returned to Westgate after their college or professional careers, proving that the opportunities for players at Westgate don’t end once they graduate.

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The Tigers will be looking to defend their Class 4A title this year, and will rely on the expertise of every coach to accomplish their goal.

Westgate High School 2022/23 Football Coaching Staff:

Ryan Antoine

Head Coach

Joined Westgate in 2012

Oliver Winston

Associate Head Coach

Joined Westgate in 2000

Derek Landry

Offensive Coordinator

Joined Westgate in 2016

Tyrunn Walker

Defensive Coordinator

Joined Westgate in 2018

Graduate of Westgate High School, 2008

Randal “Skiez” Antoine

Running Backs/Special Teams Coach

Joined Westgate in 2012

Graduate of Westgate High School, Class of 2006

Edwin Pierre

Offensive Line Coach

Joined Westgate in 2019

Kendrick Porter

Defensive Backs Coach

Joined Westgate in 2018

Graduate of Westgate High School, 2011

Brad Boyd

Wide Receivers Coach

Joined Westgate in 2022

Marcel Winston

Offensive Line Coach

Joined Westgate in 2021

Graduate of Westgate High School, 2015

Tae Thibodeaux

Defensive Line Coach

Joined Westgate in 2021

Graduate of Westgate High School, 2014

James Wallace

Assistant Defensive Line Coach

Joined Westgate in 2015

Devin Boutte

Wide Receivers Coach

Joined Westgate in 2018

Tommy Balom

Linebackers Coach

Donald Lewis

Linebackers Coach

Joined Westgate in 2021

Jerome Jacob

Equipment Manager

Joined Westgate in 2005