Benn named Mustangs HC

“I want to represent the community well and I am looking forward to being a part of it,” said newly hired Malta High School Football Head Coach Jim Benn.

The hiring of Benn was approved by Malta Public Schools Board on Tuesday, March 28.

“It’s a great job. I feel very, very lucky to have been offered it,” he said. “My son (Cormac) is very excited to get to know some kids.”

Though Benn has been to Malta several times as an opposing coach with Huntley and Ronan, Benn will make his first appearance as a new hire on Monday, April 17.

Benn is currently finishing his final year at...