Nick Beloat named Princeton interim football coach for 2026 season

Nick Beloat was approved to be Princeton’s interim football coach next season at the North Gibson School Corporation board meeting on May 11. Beloat was on staff as the Tigers’ offensive coordinator during Derek Archer’s lone season as coach in 2025. Princeton finished the season with a 3-7 record, but Beloat contributed to Princeton’s offense, generating more yards and points than they had in a decade.

It remains unclear as to what led to the coaching change. Regardless, Beloat is appreciative of what Archer provided him with. “I couldn’t be more thankful for the opportunity he gave me last year to coach under him,” Beloat said.

“He’s a great man, and I wish him nothing but the best. ” More: Vote for Courier & Press Athlete of the Week for May 4-9, presented by Orthopaedic Associates Last season wasn’t Beloat’s first time around the Princeton program. He has his fair share of history with the Tigers as an assistant from 2010 to 2019.

He’s also spent time in charge of their youth football operation. It is surely an exciting time for the Princeton native. He knows the community well and values the relationships he has been able to build with the players over the years.