Patton Names New Football Coach

Patton High School has announced that Ryan Goggio is the Panthers new head football coach. Goggio was most recently the varsity defensive coordinator at East Lincoln High School, where the team had an undefeated 16-0 record last year and won the 3A State Championship. Goggio started his teaching career in 2017 in Lincoln County and football coaching career 12 years ago.

Goggio said, “I am extremely excited and grateful to lead the Panthers football program. I am committed to giving my best to the players, school and community.”

Patton Athletic Director Jeff Williams said, “Coach Goggio’s goal coming out of the gate is to have a winning record and make the state playoffs. He eventually wants to take the program to where it is competitive in the playoffs and build a culture of success. We are excited about what he brings and the future of Patton football.”

Originally from Denver, North Carolina, Goggio played football and baseball at East Lincoln High School. He has a bachelor’s of arts in history from UNC-Charlotte and is licensed for PE and health.

Goggio takes over for Mark Duncan who was the head coach for three seasons. Last year, Patton went 1-9, 1-5 in Mountain Foothills 2A Conference play.