6A football program reportedly parts with coach after worst season since 2012
Westlake is reportedly in the market for a new head coach after parting ways with Morris Mitchell, according to Score Atlanta’s Graham David.
The Lions went 9-13 in two seasons under Mitchell, who was promoted from defensive coordinator before the 2024 season. The coaching change follows a 4-7 season, which ended with a 49-28 elimination loss at West Forsyth last Friday.
Morris released a short statement following the decision on social media.
“Thank you Westlake!” Mitchell posted on X.
This was Mitchell’s first head coaching job.
While the Lions, which play in the five-team Region 2-6A, extended their playoff streak to 13 years under Mitchell, they went 0-2 in postseason games.
Westlake’s 4-7 mark this season was its lowest since an 0-10 year in 2012.
The Lions are now searching for their fifth head coach in the last decade.