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A longtime high school football coach in the state of California has stepped down. Chris Hauser of Mission Hills has resigned amid a mysterious investigation.
It’s believed that probe is linked to a locker room incident. Details, however, remain unclear.
Mission Hills is one of the top programs in the state. It currently ranks 13th in California according to MaxPreps while boasting a 7-1 overall record.
The team is primed for a postseason run. It’s positioned itself to do so despite an unexpected change of leadership.
Mission Hills High School football launched an investigation.
It came following a 4-0 start to the year. The cause of the probe is unknown, though those on social media believe it relates to a locker room spat.
Reports indicate Caches failed to report a locker room incident involving players, a violation of school policy. No official word from Mission Hills High School . https://t.co/iqXlueighe
— San Diego Football (@Daygofootball) September 18, 2025
The “safety and well-being of students” were referenced in an email to parents. That was the extent of the incident details.
Chris Hauser was placed on paid administrative leave as head coach amid the investigation as were a pair of assistants. He’s since made his exit permanent.
Chris Hauser has stepped down.
A month after the investigation was launched, the head coach resigned. He sent a message to his high school football fanbase after the fact.
“Dear Grizzly Players and Families: It’s been a good run. I’m proud of our program’s and players’ achievements through 20+ years leading it, but family/health circumstances signal that it’s time for me to step down from my head coach and teaching responsibilities to attend to those priorities preceding my retiring from the District at the end of this school year. My family and I appreciate all of your support, encouragement and respecting our privacy. We wish all MHHS Grizzlies and the program continuing success.”
Hauser had been Mission Hills’ head coach since 2004. He cited family and health circumstances in his decision to step down.
While at the helm, he won the 2013 Open Division Championship and a number of Avocado League titles. He coached players like Chris Olave and Fred Warner.
It will be interesting to see where the investigation goes from here.