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Manchester football coach honored for most wins in Ohio high school history



Photo courtesy of state Rep. Bill Roemer’s Office

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Bill Roemer (R-District 38) honored Manchester High School Principal and head football coach James “Jim” France Jan. 30 for his achievements as a football coach.
According to Roemer’s office, France is acclaimed as the coach with the most wins in Ohio high school football history. Over 49 years, France compiled a record of 401-129-4, winning 23 conference championships, as well as reaching two state final four appearances and the Division IV state finals, Roemer’s office.
Accompanied by his son, Jason, and daughter, Jennifer, in Columbus, France was recognized with an official resolution from the Ohio House of Representatives, detailing his vast achievements in nearly five decades of service to the Manchester Local School District through football and academics. France is shown above, at left, with Roemer.
“So often we find our time in Columbus as legislators spent representing the interests of our constituents through good, common sense government,” Roemer stated. “It is a rare and exciting opportunity when I am able to showcase the achievements of my district through its great men and women, and I deeply appreciated the experience to have coach France and his family present for this well-deserved recognition.”