News Summary
Sam Mullet, head coach of Bear Lake High School, has been honored as the 2025 Coach of the Week by the Detroit Lions. Her leadership guided the Lakers to a dominant 56-8 victory against Mesick, boosting their season record to 4-2. Mullet, the first female coach in Michigan to oversee an 8-player varsity program, has a notable history in coaching and internships with NFL teams. The recognition emphasizes the importance of character development and player safety in high school sports.
Bear Lake, MI – Sam Mullet, head coach of the Bear Lake High School Lakers, has been recognized as the Week Six recipient of the 2025 Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week Program, sponsored by Carhartt. Mullet’s leadership led the Lakers to a commanding victory against Mesick with a score of 56-8, improving their season record to 4-2.
The Bear Lake Lakers have had a highly successful season, accumulating a whopping total of 304 points across six games, which averages out to 50.7 points per game in 8-player, Division 2 football. This impressive offensive display has positioned the team as a strong contender as they prepare to face Brethren on October 10th, marking the 10th all-time matchup between the two schools.
Mullet is in her eighth season coaching high school football and her third as head coach at Bear Lake. She made history by becoming the first female coach in Michigan to lead an 8-player or 11-player varsity football program. In addition to her coaching role at Bear Lake, Mullet has gained valuable experience through internships with the NFL teams Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills. She also served as the Director of Football Operations for Tift County High School in Georgia.
The Detroit Lions Coach of the Week Program is designed to recognize coaches who not only achieve success on the field but also emphasize the development of character, discipline, and the health and safety of their players. As part of the program, each week’s winner receives a $1,000 donation to their school’s football program, with a total of $12,000 awarded during the season.
Furthermore, at the conclusion of the 2025 Michigan High School Football season, a Coach of the Year will be selected from the weekly winners. This outstanding coach will receive a $3,000 donation for their program. All winners are awarded a certificate signed by Lions’ head coach Dan Campbell and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, acknowledging their contributions to high school football.
Since the program’s inception, it has awarded a remarkable total of $515,000 to high school football programs throughout Michigan over its 29 years of operation. For any further inquiries regarding the program, interested parties may contact Chris Fritzsching, the Lions’ Executive Director of Football Education, at [email protected].
Sam Mullet’s achievement as Coach of the Week not only highlights her coaching prowess but also shines a spotlight on the growing inclusion of women in coaching positions within high school sports. With her experience and commitment to player development, Mullet continues to inspire both her team and the broader community.
With future matchups and a promising season ahead, the Bear Lake Lakers and Coach Mullet are poised to make a significant impact in the ongoing high school football landscape.
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