From Santa Fe ISD Public Relations
Welcome our new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach, Blake Ryder.
Coach Blake Ryder is honored to be selected as the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach for the Santa Fe Indians. He is committed to instilling high standards and empowering students for lifelong success. Coach Ryder plans to cultivate a “WE” over “ME” culture while striving for continuous growth in the Indian athletics program. He looks forward to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and the Santa Fe community.
Coach Ryder has 15 years of experience in education. His experience includes working in Sealy ISD, Goose Creek Consolidated ISD, and Texas City ISD. He has 8 years of success in leadership through the roles of Defensive Coordinator, Off-Season-Coordinator, and Strength and Conditioning. Coach Ryder was named as Dave Campbell’s Assistant Coach of the Week for the 2021 season and is currently nominated for Dave Campbell’s Assistant Coach of the Year. He has made multiple post-season appearances throughout his career, and for the past four years has led his team to a top defense in the district.
Coach Ryder was born and raised in West Columbia, Texas, and is a proud graduate of Columbia High School. He is an alumni of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas where he earned a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a Minor in Health.
Coach Ryder is married to his high school sweetheart, Jenna Ryder, and they have two children, Blayne-11, and Reese-6. His family is a large contribution to his success, and they are excited to be a part of Santa Fe ISD. Coach Ryder’s hobbies include enjoying the outdoors while playing sports, hunting, and fishing.
