Flour Bluff ISD coach Ron Rodgers sadly passed away due to an undisclosed reason.
Rodgers, the architect of “O-Line U,” had over 46 years of experience in the football field.
Highlights
- Ron Rodgers was the varsity assistant head football and offensive line coach at Flour Bluff ISD.
- Rodgers passed away in February 2025 due to an undisclosed reason.
- He was married to MaryLee Rodgers, with whom he had one daughter, Taryn Usher. Ron had a granddaughter named Tenlee Usher.
Throughout his career, Coach Rodgers worked tirelessly to develop winning programs and helped shape countless student-athletes’ lives.
Having coached at all game levels, Rodgers specialized in offensive Line play. His expertise in technique, player development, and game strategy helped transform numerous teams into formidable forces on the field.
Known for his detailed approach to offensive line fundamentals, he had a knack for maximizing his players’ potential, instilling a sense of discipline, toughness, and teamwork that transcended the football field.
In addition to his technical coaching skills, Rodgers served as Assistant Head Coach, working closely with the head coach to help lead and guide the program’s overall direction.
Rodgers made 10 Bi-District Championships, 9 Area Championships, 7 Regional Semi-Finals, 5 Regional Finals, and 10 State Final appearances.
Moreover, he was an assistant softball coach at West Oso from 2019 to 2020. He later served as head softball coach at Flour Bluff in 2020.
Coach Ron Rodgers’ Death Reason Has Not Been Revealed
Ron Rodgers, who had 46 years of experience in football, died in February 2025. The exact cause of death has not been revealed yet.
On behalf of Flour Bluff ISD, FBISD superintendent Chris Steinbruck poured a small tribute and sent prayers to Ron’s family through their official social media handle by stating,
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Coach Ron Rodgers, a cherished mentor, coach, and lifelong inspiration to our Flour Bluff family. “Coach ‘Capt’ Rodgers loved everything about being a Hornet and dedicated his life to helping our student-athletes on and off the field. His passion, commitment, and unwavering belief in his players left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege to know him. He will forever be a part of Flour Bluff ISD, and his legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched. Once a Hornet, always a Hornet.” “Coach Ron Rodgers became part of our Flour Bluff family in 2014 as our Assistant Head Football Coach and Offensive Line Coach. He poured his heart and soul into our student-athletes, always pushing them to be their best while caring for them like his own. His love for the game was undeniable, but his love for his players was even greater—especially his offensive linemen, who held a special place in his heart. Above all, his greatest joy was his granddaughter, Tinley. She was his shining star, and he spoke of her with endless love and pride.” —Clynton Elwood, Athletic Director and Head Football Coach. Our hearts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. We invite everyone to share memories and photos as we honor Coach Ron Rodgers’ incredible legacy. Counselors, coaches, and staff will be available to support students this week.
Flour Bluff ISD
Flour Bluff ISD also announced that they will support the students and encourage the community to share memories of Coach Rodgers to honor him and his enduring legacy.
The owner and CEO of Fin Your Way Boutique and Flour Bluff High School graduate Alexis Powell also expressed her heartfelt condolences through her Facebook page. She wrote,
Coach Rodgers was always the first to ask me why i looked so mad some days at school and when i told him i was okay he wouldn’t let me leave until i was laughing. He was a very big part of my high school training career and i will forever remember his pranks he would pull on me. We miss you already Coach Rodgers
Alexis Powell
Jaron Singleton, Senior project scheduler at Value Added Solutions, sent prayers to Ron’s family through his official Facebook handle by stating,
Rest easy Coach. Another Cavemen Legend gone too soon. Praying for your family Taryn Usher. We love you guys.
Jaron Singleton
Former football player at Allegheny College, Chris Gisewhite, also poured a small tribute to Ron. He wrote,
Rest easy Coach Rodgers. Thank you for being a great coach and role model for all of us young men .
Chris Gisewhite
Many close friends and relatives have also offered their heartfelt condolences to Ron and his family and urged them to stay strong in this challenging time.
Rest in Peace, the legend coach Ron Rodgers.
Ron Rodgers Leaves Behind His Wife MaryLee And Daughter Taryn Usher
Ron Rodgers was married to MaryLee Rodgers, a resident of Hereford, Texas. Their exact marriage date has not been mentioned.
Sadly, their married life ended following the tragic death of Ron Rodgers.
Rodgers and his wife were blessed with a daughter named Taryn Usher, the head volleyball coach at Axtell High School.
She was married to Joshua Usher in 2015. They were blessed with a daughter named Tenlee Usher.
Recently, Taryn posted a photo of her father, Ron, to her official Facebook handle as a tribute.
Fans and relatives sent prayers to Taryn and the entire Rodgers family through the comment section. One user wrote,
My deepest condolences. Prayers for you and your family
Sharnel Sabsook
Another user wrote,
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Ronda Bishop
Additional Information
- Ron Rodgers earned $47,000 and $59,900 annually as a coach of Flour Bluff Independent School District (ISD).
- Rodgers’s hometown is Albuquerque, NM, and he received his master’s degree from Eastern New Mexico University.
- Ron was born to his mother, Mary Elizabeth Rodgers, and his father, Wayne Rodgers. His mother passed away on July 2, 2018, at 94.
