Cheyne Has Left the Building.

In a surprising turn of events, Offensive Coordinator Cheyne Lacanaria has decided to leave the Servite Friars and take on a new role as the Offensive Coordinator at East Kentwood HS in Michigan. Lacanaria’s decision comes as he and his wife, Danielle, look to start a family of their own and seek a more affordable cost of living in his home state.

While Lacanaria’s departure may come as a disappointment to some, it is important to view this as an opportunity for growth within the Servite Friars program. Head Coach Chris Reinert, in an email to the team, expressed his gratitude for Lacanaria’s contributions and wished him and Danielle the best in their future endeavors.

Coach Lacanaria during summer practice. June 2023

Reinert also emphasized his commitment to finding the absolute best person in America to lead the offense of the Servite Friars. He envisions a coach who will establish strong relationships with the players, provide mentorship and guidance, and implement an innovative, well-organized, and exciting offense that will consistently put points on the board.

Despite Lacanaria’s departure, the structural foundation of the offense will remain largely unchanged. As the Offensive Coordinator, Lacanaria was responsible for executing Coach Reinert’s personal vision for the offense. This vision includes an Air Raid Offense with the ability to run both zone and gap schemes, utilize RPOs (Run-Pass Options), incorporate a complimentary screen game, and implement passing schemes inspired by the Mike Leach Air Raid system.

Coach Reinert reassured the team that they will continue to identify themselves as a team with these offensive principles. The departure of Lacanaria presents an opportunity for the Servite Friars to build upon the existing foundation and further refine their offensive strategies.

With the search for a new Offensive Coordinator in full swing, the Servite Friars are brimming with excitement at the prospect of welcoming a fresh perspective and new ideas that hold the potential to catapult the team to even greater heights of success. This exciting opportunity promises to foster growth, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence on the football field.