Three outstanding additions are joining the De La Salle Football coaching staff this season. Each brings a unique background, wealth of experience, and passion for developing young men both on and off the field. Welcome to the De La Salle Football family!: Josh Sinagoga, '09, Dan Cimini, and Malik Hazzard.

Together, these coaches add tremendous experience, energy, and leadership to the Purple & Gold as the Pilots prepare for another exciting season.

Josh Sinagoga, '09, Assistant Head Coach / Director of Football Operations

Coach Josh Sinagoga, '09, is an accomplished college football coach and quarterback developer with experience across the Power Four, Group of Five, and FCS levels. A native of Madison Heights, Sinagoga played quarterback at Northwood University, where he served as a team captain and earned both his bachelor's degree and MBA.

Sinagoga's coaching career has included stops at Northwood University, Central Michigan University, the University of Iowa, the University of Cincinnati, Youngstown State University, and the University of Michigan. Throughout his career, he has worked with quarterbacks, wide receivers, offensive systems, recruiting operations, and personnel evaluation while helping develop players who have advanced to the professional level.

At Cincinnati, Sinagoga helped lead the Bearcats to national prominence, including the development of NFL quarterback Desmond Ridder. He later served as Recruiting Coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Youngstown State, helping assemble one of the most highly regarded recruiting classes in program history while overseeing quarterback development and offensive personnel evaluation.

Most recently, Sinagoga served as an assistant QB coach at the University of Michigan, where he contributed to one of college football's premier programs. During his tenure, Michigan captured the 2023 College Football National Championship, completing a historic 15-0 season and securing the program's first undisputed national title of the modern era.

Recognized for his ability to build meaningful relationships with players and families, evaluate talent, develop quarterbacks, and contribute to winning cultures, Sinagoga brings a unique combination of on-field coaching expertise, recruiting acumen, and organizational leadership.

Dan Cimini, Director of Opponent Scouting & Analytics 

Coach Dan Cimini, director of opponent scouting & analytics, brings more than two decades of coaching and athletic leadership experience with a track record of building successful programs.

Cimini is the winningest football coach in University Liggett School’s history, having coached there from 2000-2019. He served as defensive coordinator from 2001-2007 before being asked to lead the school's football program. Under his leadership, Liggett made the MHSAA playoffs in seven consecutive seasons (2010-2016).

In addition to his football accomplishments, Cimini is the winningest baseball coach in University Liggett history, compiling 517 victories, eight state championship game appearances, and five state championships.

In 2026, he looks forward to assisting Coach Dan Rohn and the De La Salle varsity football program in offensive and defensive scouting, game preparation, and continuing the tradition of excellence that defines Pilot football.

Malik Hazzard, Varsity Defensive Secondary Coach

Coach Malik Hazzard is an educator and former collegiate athlete dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders both on and off the field.

A graduate of Ferris State University and former NCAA student-athlete, Hazzard earned a reputation for leadership, mentorship, and a strong commitment to athlete development.

As a former defensive coordinator and multi-sport coach, he specializes in player development, defensive strategy, recruiting preparation, and character building. His experience allows him to connect with young athletes beyond athletics, helping them grow academically, personally, and competitively.

Driven by a passion for excellence and community impact, he continues to inspire athletes to reach their full potential through discipline, hard work, and leadership.

Welcome to the De La Salle community, coaches!