Modesto Christian hires new football coach

Modesto Christian High announced the hiring of its new football coach Monday.

Bruce Pielstick takes over the state champion program left by Mike Parsons, who led the Crusaders to a 15-0 record this season, who became the head coach at Clovis West.

Pielstick is a 27-year football coach at the high school and college levels with 14 conference and bowl championships on his résume.

He was the offensive coordinator at Clovis North last season. Pielstick also coached at Clovis (2008), Vacaville Christian (2003-08), Sacramento State (1995-2002), Fresno CIty (1988-1995), Walla Walla Community College (1984-87) and Willamette (1983).