Julius Fernandez is a dedicated and ascending Football Coach whose experience spans High School, Junior College, and NCAA Division I programs. He is in his first year coaching the Offensive Line at Fontana High School, bringing a commitment to player development, technical excellence, and preparing student-athletes for success beyond football. He is honored to contribute to the rich Steeler Tradition, while working with a great staff, and group of players.
His coaching experience includes Sacramento State (Offensive and Special Teams Quality Control Assistant, working with tight ends, 2022), Laney College (Video Coordinator/Assistant Coach, 2021 Golden State Bowl Champions), Vanden High School (Offensive Line Coach, 2022 Division 4 CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Champions), the University of La Verne (Offensive Line/Tight Ends Coach), Pinole Valley High School (Running Backs Coach, 2024), and St. Patrick–St. Vincent High School (Offensive Line/Defensive Line Coach, Spring 2021 Diablo Athletic League Champions). As a JV offensive coordinator, Fernandez implemented a blend of the spread and GoGo offenses, drawing inspiration from the head coaches he has worked with.
Fernandez has worked with several standout athletes, including All-Region offensive lineman Kayson Dahl at Vanden, who continued his career at the College of San Mateo before advancing to East Texas A&M, a Division I FCS program, and All-League running back Maddox Wu at Pinole Valley. During his two years at the University of La Verne, Fernandez helped guide 2024 All-Conference offensive linemen Bernardo Brito and Jal Chan, while also coaching standout tight end Julian Martinez. Across his coaching stops, he has emphasized brotherhood, accountability, individual growth, and leadership on and off the field.
A former offensive lineman at the University of La Verne, Fernandez was a member of the 2015 SCIAC Championship team. He played left guard and served on the Leopard Football Unity Council, experiences that continue to shape his approach to coaching and leadership. He previously attended St. Patrick–St. Vincent High School in Vallejo, where he earned team captain and Lineman of the Year honors and helped the program reach the playoffs in 2013 and 2014.
A first-generation college graduate from the Bay Area communities of Hercules and Vallejo, Fernandez holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, and is pursuing a Master’s degree in education with a PE teaching credential. He draws inspiration from the coaches who helped shape his journey, including Brennan Marion, Lane Hawkins, Tom Martinez, Joel Isaac, Devin Nonies, and many others. Outside of Football, he enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Fernandez aspires to serve as a head coach and offensive coordinator, building successful programs that help student-athletes further their education, pursue meaningful careers, and, most importantly, develop the character to thrive beyond the field.