Seth Damron joined the Bakersfield College football coaching staff in 2023 and currently serves as the team’s Offensive Coordinator. With over a decade of coaching experience across multiple levels of college football, Damron has developed a reputation for crafting balanced, explosive offenses and mentoring student-athletes on and off the field.

Damron began his coaching career in 2011 as the defensive line coach at Colorado Mesa University. His versatility soon became evident as he shifted to wide receivers and took on special teams coordination in 2012. He returned to coaching the defensive line while maintaining his special teams role through 2014. From 2015 to 2018, he made stops at Humboldt State and Allan Hancock College, serving in various roles, including linebackers coach, special teams coordinator, and ultimately, offensive and defensive coordinator.

In 2020, Damron was named Head Coach at Allan Hancock College, where he led the Bulldogs through three competitive seasons. His impact was recognized when he was named the 2022 National Northern League Coach of the Year.

Previous Coaching Positions:

• 2011 – Colorado Mesa University (DL)

• 2012 – Colorado Mesa University (WR / Special Teams Coordinator)

• 2013–2014 – Colorado Mesa University (DL / Special Teams Coordinator)

• 2015 – Humboldt State University (LB / Special Teams Coordinator)

• 2016–2018 – Allan Hancock College (Offensive Coordinator)

• 2019 – Allan Hancock College (Defensive Coordinator)

• 2020–2022 – Allan Hancock College (Head Coach)

• 2023–Present – Bakersfield College (Offensive Coordinator)

Coaching Philosophy

“To glorify God and enjoy Him forever. This mission should be evident in the way I lead my family, coach, teach, and interact with all of those around me.”

Education

• Associate of Arts – Bakersfield College (2005–2007)

• Bachelor’s in Kinesiology – Colorado Mesa University (2008–2010)

• Master’s in Human Performance and Physical Education – Adams State University (2011–2012)

Playing Career

A proud East Bakersfield High alum, Damron played tight end and outside linebacker at the high school level before suiting up as a tight end for both Bakersfield College (2005–07) and Colorado Mesa University (2008–09).

Player Highlights:

• 2004 Central Section Champion

• 2006 & 2007 So-Cal Finalist (BC)

• First Team All-League TE (2003–04)

• Second Team All-League TE (2007 & 2009)

Beyond the Field

A Bakersfield native, Damron was inspired to enter coaching by watching his grandfather and father serve as mentors in their own communities. Today, he sees coaching as a calling, not just to build winning programs, but to shape young men into strong, truth-seeking individuals.

“Watching boys become men, and getting to see them put childish ways behind them—that’s the most rewarding part of coaching.”

He hopes all of his student-athletes leave the program understanding one key principle:

“Truth is not relative. It can be found.”

Personal Life

Seth Damron is a family man at heart. He married his high school sweetheart, Danica, in 2011. Together, they have three children: a daughter named Windsor and two sons, Deacon and Barrett.

Outside of football, he’s an active member of Sovereign Grace Church and enjoys fishing and hunting—especially when a friend offers up a secret spot.

“It is not your business to succeed, but to do right.” – C.S. Lewis