TATUM, Texas — After less than a year at the helm, Tatum Independent School District head football coach and athletic director Darren Hylander has announced his resignation.
Hylander was named the leader of the Tatum ISD athletic department and football program in May 2018, taking over for Craig Barker.
Barker and Hylander both came to Tatum from Kaufman in 2016.
"Through a lot of prayer and discussion, I have decided with my family to resign from my position as the athletic director and head football coach at Tatum ISD," Hylander said. "This decision has not come easy, but I know it is the right move for my family and I at this time. We have some opportunities that have just come our way recently, for us to work in some other parts of the state that have always intrigued us. As sad as it will be to leave our Tatum family, we are very humbled and excited to be able to pursue these ventures."
Hylander thanked the Tatum school board, administration, faculty, students and community for their support.
"We have thoroughly enjoyed our time in Tatum and it will always have a special place in our hearts," said Hylander. "Please continue to pray for my family and I as we heed God’s call to the next journey in our lives. We wish you continued success and know that God will always bless this very special school and town."
