Coaches Bios:
Jaron Cohen
Varsity Head Coach Ponderosa High School
College– Marist College (NY)
Playing Experience– Newington HS (CT) and Marist College
Position played Linebacker.
Coaching Experience–
Spackenkill HS (NY) JV Head Coach 2000
Windsor HS (CT) LB/DB/ Defensive Coordinator 2002-2004
Rockville HS (CT) Varsity Head Coach 2005-2007
Liberty HS (CO) Varsity Head Coach 2008-2012
Hinkley HS (CO) 2013
Varsity Head Coach Ponderosa HS Varsity Head Coach 2014-Present
Awards and Recognitions-Accolades Glazier and Nike Coach of Year
Clinic Presenter Published in AFCA
AFM 8 time league coach of the year
All time highest win percentage Liberty HS
Only Hinkley 5A playoff appearance in last 20 years
2 time Broncos Coach of the Week
Ponderosa HS W/L Record 87-34
11X in a row State Playoff Qualifier at Ponderosa
Over 100 players have gone on to play in college, including 3 to the NFL
Work– PE Teacher Ponderosa HS
Family-Married to Carrie, Two Sons Henry (15), Leo (12), Barkley (2 year old goldendoodle) Reside in Parker
email : jcohen@dcsdk12.org
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Colin Lavell
Varsity and JV Offensive line Ponderosa High School
College: University of North Dakota
Playing Experience: I played high school football here in Parker at Legend High School and was lucky enough to receive a scholarship to play division 1 football at the university of North Dakota for 5 years.
Coaching Experience:Last season was my first year coaching. Prior to Ponderosa I was a Special Teams assistant for UND during my internship for my masters degree. So this will be my second year at Ponderosa.
Work: This year will be my first year as a PE teacher at Pine Grove elementary school here in Parker.
Family: I am currently living at home with my dad and my girlfriend got a promotion at her job that allowed her to move out here as well! We have 2 dogs. Looking to another amazing season with Ponderosa!
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Jeremy Fields
Freshman Head Coach, Ponderosa High School
Coach Fields brings over 20 years of coaching experience and a deep passion for
player development. Now in his third year with Ponderosa Football, he has coached
both varsity wide receivers and running backs over the past two seasons. Drawing on a
rich background in coaching high school, youth, and middle school football in Omaha,
Nebraska and Parker, Colorado, Coach Fields continues to make a positive impact on
the program.
A native of Fontana, California, Fields was a multi-sport athlete whose competitive spirit
and leadership skills were evident early on. His commitment to excellence extends
beyond the field—he is a proud military veteran and holds a bachelor’s degree in
marketing and organizational development from the University of Colorado at Colorado
Springs.
Throughout his coaching career, Fields has played a pivotal role in shaping the athletic
journeys of hundreds of young players across Parker and surrounding communities. His
approach emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and personal growth, helping athletes
reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Jeremy and his wife Lynnette have called Parker home for the past 17 years, where
they are raising their two sons, Blake and Brodie. His dedication to family, community,
and the game of football makes him a valued leader and mentor within the Ponderosa
football program.
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Aaron Kim
Position Coach- Wide Recievers
College– Colorado Mesa University
Playing Experience -12 years playing. Youth HS College
Coaching Experience -5th year with Ponderosa 3 years Castle Rock Rec Youth flag
Work– Mortgage Loan Closer at SecurityNational Mortgage Company
Family– 2 sisters Mom Dad 2 dogs
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John Burke
Position Coach: JV Head Coach
College: Texas State
Coaching Experience: 5 years
Work: Health and Wellness Teacher at Mesa Middle School in Castle Rock, CO.
Family: Married and resides in Parker ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Stevie Green
Position Coach: Special Teams Coordinator & Specialists Coach
College: University of Northern Colorado, played 5 years of D1 football as a Long Snapper
Coaching Experience: 5 years at Ponderosa High School and 5 years of private specialists coaching for all ages.
Work: Lockheed Martin Account Manager at Arrow Electronics
Family: Married to Calli Green, Son to Becky Green. Stevie is following in the footsteps of his grandfather Ed Green who was a high school football coach in Colorado Springs at Wasson High School.
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Jack Hanenburg
Position Coach-Linebackers
College-Fort Lewis College
Playing Experience-4 years Ponderosa QB/ Fort Lewis College 4 years Middle Linebacker
Coaching Experience– First year at Ponderosa/Coached Linebackers and QBs with Jenkins Elite 2 years.
Pivotal Sports Performance Coach
Family-Dad went to CSU, mom played College basketball for a small school in Illinois. One sister, Kaili.
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Chris Miller
Position Coached: Linebackers, Assistant
College: UNC – Greeley
Coaching Experience: Football Head Coach 2008 to 2022 Parker Hawks. Baseball Assistant 2008 to 2022. Ponderosa Defensive Assistant 2024 – present.
Work: Real Estate & Capital Reman Exchange, LLC
Family : Married to Bobbie Miller, Kolton Miller (son), Caden Miller (son)
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Brent O’Brien
Position Coached: Offensive Coordinator / Running Backs
College: Hastings College
Coaching Experience: 18 Years ● 2021-Present: Ponderosa HS ● 2014-2018: Ponderosa HS ● 2011-2012: Loras College ● 2010: Fort Hays State University ● 2008-2009: Earlham College ● 2007: Fort Hays State University ● 2005: Hastings College
Work: eCommerce Manager
Family: Married to Kristy and proud dad to two kids — Finley (9) and Brooks (7).
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Patrick Nolan
Position Coached: Strength and Conditioning
College: Florida State
Coaching Experience: 12 years in Strength and Conditioning, 10 years with Ponderosa High School
Work: Owner and Founder of Pivotal Sports Performance located in Parker, CO
Family : Married to Sydney Nolan
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