Tanner French resigns as SHS boys soccer coach, reflects on his successful journey
Sandpoint High boys soccer coach, Tanner French, gives his team a pep talk during a huddle earlier this season. French, in his five years as head coach, compiled a 34-11-3 record, outscored opponents 134-40, led his team to four district championships and finished as the 4A state runner-up twice (2021 and 2023).
Photo by Jason Duchow Photography
Head coach Tanner French spends time talking with Fisher Dail (left) and Logan McGrann after a game at War Memorial Field earlier this season.
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High will have big shoes to fill, as boys soccer coach Tanner French has officially resigned after five successful seasons with the program, which included four district championships and two 4A state runner-up finishes.
French said stepping down from his role as head coach had nothing to do with this most recent season, and was actually something he had decided on before the season even started.
“I believe the banquet is for player appreciation and the focus should solely be on their performances this fall, though the personal decision (for me to step down) was made at the start of the summer, and had no association with the most recent season,” French said. “It has been a swift, yet remarkable five years, and I want you all to know that I gave 100% of my experience, knowledge, and heart, each campaign. It’s no secret that the program’s ultimate goal is to have players lift the state championship trophy, but the true test was establishing values in the hope of developing young boys into men. With any coaching position, there is ridicule, but also appreciation; both of which I am thankful for.”
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