Manville High School Coach Named New York Jets Coach of the Week

MANVILLE, N.J. — Manville High School Head Football Coach David Markowitch has been named the New York Jets High School Coach of the Week, recognizing his leadership in guiding the Mustangs to a record-breaking season.

“Under Markowitch's leadership, the Mustangs have gone from 3-7 in his first year to 9-0 to close out their 2025 regular season,” the Jets organization said. “Manville sits at the top of their division as they head into their first postseason game against Asbury Park.”

On Friday, Oct. 31, the Manville Mustangs defeated the Asbury Park Blue Bishops 35-0 in the first round of the playoffs, marking the first playoff win in Manville High School history and improving their record to 10-0.

The Mustangs will continue their historic postseason run when they travel to Burlington City on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Markowitch and his team continue to make school history as they advance further into postseason play.

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