Steve Zenner expands his role within the Azusa Pacific community, continuing his work as the university's Equipment Manager while joining the coaching staff to lead the Specialists. Zenner's career began as a standout kicker at Sylmar High School and LA Pierce College, where he ranked 16th in the nation in scoring as a freshman. He spent a decade coaching at Sylmar from 1990 to 2000, where he was part of two Los Angeles City Section Championships and helped lead the Spartans to an incredible 69 consecutive league victories.
"Steve is an essential part of our daily operation and his history of success with specialists is incredible," Coach Parnell added. "He brings a meticulous eye for detail that will elevate our kicking game, and his heart for this university and its mission is evident in everything he does."
After returning to the sidelines in 2020 at Bonita High School, Zenner has continued to solidify his reputation as a premier developer of kicking talent. His deep technical knowledge of the kicking game, combined with his current role managing the Cougars' equipment and logistics, makes him a vital asset to the program's daily efficiency. Zenner's coaching style emphasizes the discipline and "team-first" mindset he utilized during some of the most dominant eras in Southern California high school football history.
