SAVANNAH, Ga. — St. Andrew’s School has named Daniel Jackson as the new head coach for the varsity girls basketball team.
Jackson brings more than a decade of coaching and athletic leadership experience from Calvary Day School, where he most recently served as assistant director of athletics and head coach of the varsity girls basketball team. During his tenure, he led Calvary to a 2023–24 region championship and a Sweet 16 appearance in the Georgia High School Association state tournament. In the 2024–25 season, his team reached the Elite Eight and finished as region runner-up.
He was named Coach of the Year for the 2023–24 season and earned the Greg Oliver Memorial Award in recognition of his impact on and off the court. His teams were recognized for their consistency, discipline and defensive strength, drawing local media attention for their dominant performances as playoff contenders.
Jeff Gonzalez, the St Andrew’s Athlete Director says “St. Andrew’s school is excited to announce the appointment of Coach Daniel Jackson as the new Director of the Girls Basketball program, and the Coach of our Girls Varsity basketball team. Coach Jackson brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the game, along with a track record of success in developing student-athletes both on and off the court. His remarkable ability, and history of building positive relationships with his student athletes and school community is exciting to have at St. Andrews School.
With a strong commitment to fostering teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, Coach Jackson is dedicated to building a positive and competitive Girls basketball program that reflects the values of the St Andrew’s community. I am confident that his leadership will inspire our student athletes to reach their full potential and create a successful positive basketball culture at St. Andrews School.
We are determined to place our student athletes in the best position for success, and we believe Coach Daniel Jackson and his family is an impactful step forward in that process.
Please join me in welcoming Coach Jackson to our SAS community! We look forward to his contributions to our school and all our athletic programs.
I would like to thank everyone that has participated in this search process, and also Coach Jackson and his family for having the trust in St. Andrews School.”
In response to his new role, Daniel Jackson shared his enthusiasm for joining the school: “I'm honored to join the St. Andrew’s community and excited to bring my passion and energy to its vibrant culture of growth and excellence. Let’s continue to build something great together.”
Jackson holds a Bachelor of Arts in business administration, sociology and justice studies from Georgia Southern University and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in executive leadership through Liberty University. He is a Registered Athletic Administrator and a member of both the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association and the Georgia Athletic Directors Association.
Photo Credits: Courtesy St. Andrew's Communication Department
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