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| Josh Hoeg, a former Division III player and longtime assistant coach, will inherit the mantle as the second head coach in the history of the Stevenson football prorgram. Stevenson athletics photo |
Sevenson athletic director Jordan Hoover announced a leadership transition within the Stevenson University Football program, as Josh Hoeg will take the helm as the new head football coach effective immediately.
After more than 16 years of dedicated service to Stevenson athletics, Ed Hottle is stepping down to pursue a new opportunity as Chief of Athletics with the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks. Hottle became Stevenson’s first head football coach in November 2009 and guided the program through a developmental year in 2010 before the Mustangs began intercollegiate competition in 2011.
“I'm very thankful to have had the opportunity to coach to many great players and work with so many great assistant coaches,” Hottle told D3sports.com. “We have built many lasting relationships, and I look forward to the next phase of my career.”
Hottle compiled a record of 115-83 over his Division III football coaching career, and also served as a member of the Division III football championships committee.
“Coach Hottle’s impact on Mustang football is historic, and we are deeply grateful for his leadership, vision, and commitment to our student-athletes since the program’s inception,” Hoover said.
Under Hottle’s leadership, Stevenson quickly emerged as a consistent contender, earning 10 consecutive postseason appearances and compiling an 88–63 overall record. The program reached a historic milestone in 2016 with its first Middle Atlantic Conference championship and an NCAA playoff appearance in just the sixth season in program history. That achievement earned Hottle MAC Coach of the Year honors.
Prior to Stevenson, Hottle served as head coach at Gallaudet, where he posted a 27–20 record over five seasons. He began his coaching career in 1999 at his alma mater, Frostburg State, before additional stops at Calvert High School and Gallaudet.
Hoover announced the appointment of Josh Hoeg to take over the head coaching role. Hoeg has served as associate head coach and offensive coordinator since 2019, and has led the recruitment efforts of the program over his last 7 seasons. “We are confident that Josh’s leadership, experience, and passion for developing student-athletes will continue to elevate Mustang Football and our athletes both on and off the field.” Hoover said.
“It is an incredible honor to be named the head football coach at Stevenson University. I want to thank President Elliot Hirshman, Vice President Jim Mustard, and Director of Athletics Jordan Hoover for this opportunity,” said Hoeg. “Stevenson University is a special place filled with extraordinary people. The combination of career-focused education, location, and commitment to athletics is second to none. My family and I are excited to engage the campus community, our alumni, and especially the amazing players here at Stevenson to build a culture of academic and athletic excellence, integrity, and success.”
Since Hoeg joined the coaching staff, the program has received multiple accolades. On the regional front, the offense has tabbed one All-ECAC Division III Team honoree, two student-athletes named D3football.com All-Region 1 First Team, four named D3football.com All-Region 1 Second Team, and one D3Football.com All-Region 1 Third Team. In the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), 35 student-athletes have been named to all-conference teams, with Dillon Johnson being named Rookie of Year as a wide receiver for the Mustangs in 2024.
Hoeg spent seven seasons at Division II Gannon. Previously, he had been offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach and recruiting coordinator at Wabash. Hoeg helped lead the Little Giants to a 39–7 mark, including hree NCAA Division III Tournament appearances, and two North Coast Athletic Conference championships. His coaching journey also includes stops at Lake Forest and his alma mater, Coe, where he worked with wide receivers and served as video coordinator.