Football

Coaching Staff

Head Coach: Philip Stambaugh

Contact: pstambaugh@ndcrusaders.org

Bio:

Years as Head Coach: 15th Season (121-44 Overall Record)
Total Coaching Experience: 26 Years Coaching High School Athletics

Philip Stambaugh is a seasoned and accomplished head football coach at Notre Dame High School. With over two decades of coaching experience, he has become a cornerstone of the program, leading his teams to consistent success on the field. Under his leadership, Notre Dame has achieved numerous playoff appearances and championships, building a tradition of excellence.

Athletic Career:
A former professional athlete, Stambaugh played in the NFL, NFL-Europe, and AFL-2, showcasing his talents on a global stage. His athletic prowess began in high school as a standout three-sport athlete, excelling in football, wrestling, and baseball. He carried his talents to college, where he played both football and baseball at Division I Lehigh University.

Coaching Achievements:
PIAA State Playoffs: 9 appearances (2001, 2004, 2011, 2014-2016)
District XI Playoffs: 19 appearances (2001-2004, 2006-2011, 2013-2023)
District XI Championships:
– Class A: 4-time Champions (2001, 2004, 2011, 2014)
– Class AA: 2015 Champions
– Class AAA: 2016 Champions
Conference Titles:
– All-American League: 5-time Champions (2010-2014)
– Colonial League: 3-time Champions (2018, 2022, 2024)

Assistant Coaches

Robert Irving, John C. Smith, Mike Kaulius, Bill Burgstresser, Nino Morici, Steve Vassallo, Roobhenn Smith, Paul Sofhauser, Ed Black, Mike Stambaugh, Daryl Strother, Leo DeLima, Mike Corpora

Schedule

Full schedule here: 2024 Football Schedule

Team Philosophy

– Develop the whole student-athlete and instill a sense of self-respect, self-worth & self-discipline…
– Solidify characteristics of trust, loyalty & courage; no matter what the odds…
– Believe in a Team First Mentality…
– Recognize that strong leaders are also good listeners, humble & respectful…
– Understand that we will keep pushing forward no matter what & that “hard work pays off”…

Expected Traits of NDGP Football Players

– Play with character “play as hard as you can for as long as you can”…
– Mental & physical toughness/play with pride and have the strength to overcome all adversity…
– Courage to succeed where others have failed…
– Loyalty to all those in Blue & Gold…
– Sacrifice and give their very best to become the best student-athlete they can be…
– Do right – treat others with respect…
– Abide by team and school rules…
– Be accountable and always be on time…
– “Do your job”/know the assignment and become a student of the game…
– Team above self…