John Beam Age, Wiki and Bio

John Beam

Quick Info

ProfessionFootball Coach
NationalityAmerican
Date of BirthXX/01/1959
AgeUnknown
BirthplaceSan Diego, California, U.S.
Date of Death14/11/2025

Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Former Football Coach
  • Athletic Director
Coaching Career
  • 1979: Serra HS (CA) (OL)
  • 1987-2003: Skyline HS (CA)
  • 2004: Laney (RB)
  • 2005-2011: Laney (OC)
  • 2012-2024: Laney
Administrative Career
  • 2024-2025: Laney
Awards, Honours, & Achievements
  • 1 CCCAA (2018)
  • 1 Golden Gate Conference (2012)
  • 2 National Valley League (2014, 2017)
  • Inductee of The Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame (February 2015)
  • 2 National Bay 6 League (2018, 2022)
Head Coaching Records
  • Overall: 80-52 (junior college)
  • 160-33-3 (high school)
  • Bowls: 1-0
  • Tournaments: 2-2 (CCCAA playoffs)

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

GraduationKinesiology and Exercise Science (1981-1982)
PostgraduationKinesiology and Exercise Science (1990-1992)

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SiblingsSister - 1
SpouseCindi (therapist)
ChildrenDaughters - 2 (Sonjha, Monica)

Career

OverviewJohn Beam had a distinguished career spanning over four decades in football coaching, notably beginning as an assistant offensive line coach at Serra High School in San Diego. He progressed to become head coach at Skyline High School, leading the team to numerous league championships before taking on roles including Regional Director of the Junior Player Development Program for the NFL and ultimately becoming head coach at Laney College, where he achieved significant success including state and national championship victories.

Favourites

Hobbies
  • Travelling to distant places
  • Going to the gym regularly
  • Enjoying alcoholic beverages on occasion

Some Lesser Known Facts

Beam's coaching journey began at Serra High School, where he made a mark in 1979.
He made a successful impact at Skyline High School, winning 15 league championships during his tenure.
He met his wife at a speech by Angela Davis, highlighting a significant moment in his personal life.
In addition to coaching, he took on roles with the NFL, enriching the youth development sector.
He faced safety concerns at Laney College before his tragic shooting, which reflected broader campus safety issues.