Joe Franco. {Courtesy}
Longtime high school baseball coach Joe Franco is returning home after being named the new head baseball coach at his alma mater, Coral Springs High School.
A 2002 graduate, Franco spent four years playing for coach Frank Bumbales before continuing his baseball career at Palm Beach Community College and Nova Southeastern University. For Franco, returning to lead the Colts is the realization of a lifelong dream.
“It took me 20 years to get where I’m supposed to be, and I’m excited for what the future holds for Colts Baseball,” Franco said. “Being a former player at Coral Springs High School, nothing gives me more joy than knowing I’ll have an impact on the student-athletes who call Coral Springs High School home.”
Franco brings a wealth of experience to the position. He spent nine seasons as the head coach at Coral Glades High School after beginning his coaching career at Monarch High School. During his tenure, his teams captured two district championships, advanced to the regional playoffs seven times, and earned him Broward County Coach of the Year honors in both 2012 and 2015.
Most recently, Franco served as the head coach at Boca Raton Community High School, helping the Bobcats finish 14-9 this past season. He enters his new role with 251 career victories.
Franco understands the challenge ahead. The Colts are beginning a major rebuilding effort after a strong five-year run from coach John Brown. He returns fewer than five varsity players and no junior varsity team over the past four seasons. Despite that, he and his coaching staff are embracing the opportunity to rebuild the program from the ground up.
His impact has extended beyond the high school level. Throughout his coaching career, Franco has helped 48 players continue their baseball careers in college, including former Coral Glades standout Angelo Smith, who was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the 2025 MLB Draft.
“I am thankful for Principal Dwayne Dixon trusting me with the program, Franco added. ” He has done an incredible job getting Coral Springs High School back to one of the best high schools in Broward County. Our focus is on building a program that succeeds in the classroom, on the baseball field, and throughout the Coral Springs community.”
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