Cuero officially introduces Jerod Fikac

By Jacob Stock

The Cuero Record

There are not many schools out there that can come close to comparing with the tradition of the Cuero Gobblers. With a state championship appearance in each of the last five decades and four state titles under their belt, tradition is a vital component around Cuero.

This past Thursday, March 24, Cuero ISD officially introduced a new member of the Gobbler family, naming Jerod Fikac athletic director and head football coach. After unanimous approval by the board at approximately 12:01 p.m. the meeting was adjourned by 12:06 p.m.

Fikac, who grew up in Shiner, is excited to be back near his old stomping grounds. “To be back down in this area I am so excited. This is where I want to raise my family. I am just blessed and honored to get the opportunity to raise my kids in this type of community,” said Fikac.

Entering his sixth season as a head coach next season, Fikac has compiled a 34-24 career record. His first stop came in San Saba. Taking over after a 0-10 season in San Saba, Fikac helped squash a 16 game losing skid in his first season, (2017-18), going 3-7. The following season Fikac helped lead the Armadillos to a 2A-Divison II state semifinals appearance after going 14-1. Fikac was awarded Dave Campbell’s Texas HS Coach of the Year in 2A for his 2018-19 season.

Fikac then moved on to Georgetown East View, a 5A school, where he had been the head coach for the past three seasons. Going to back-to-back playoff appearances in his first two seasons, the Patriots missed a post-season birth last year. Fikac also has spent time in Wimberley, a place Cuero fans should be very familiar with. He was a part of the Wimberley coaching staff when they brought home state titles in 2005 and 2011.

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