Football: Frank Papalia Steps Down as Holmdel Coach

Frank Papalia said Thursday that he has stepped down for personal reasons after five seasons as the head coach at Holmdel.

"I just want to say thanks to the administration and the Board (of Education) for giving me the opportunity to coach at Holmdel, and I am grateful for the chance to coach a great group of kids,'' Papalia said.

Papalia, who was the defensive coordinator for the Hornets before ascending to the head job in 2009, finished with a record of 14-36 in five seasons with Holmdel. The Hornets finished 3-7 this past fall.