Head Coach

Katie Maurer is a graduate of Texas A&M University – Gig 'Em! – with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Distribution Engineering. She is originally from the Austin area and attended McNeil High School.

2024-25 will be Coach Maurer’s second year teaching Business and Marketing at Vandegrift. Before transitioning into her teaching profession, she served as an Account Manager at Dell. Becoming a teacher at VHS has been the most rewarding decision that Coach Maurer has made.

Coach Maurer’s background is deeply rooted in the world of dance and performance. Throughout HS, she was a member of the McNeil Majestics drill team and elite team. She brings a strong foundation in precision, teamwork, and discipline. She believes that fostering confidence, building community, and having fun are integral parts of a successful team.

Coach Maurer is looking forward to watching the athletes cheer on Viper football on Friday nights and having another successful year at the UIL State Competition. Go Vipers!

Augie Strauch

Junior Varsity Coach

Augie Strauch is a graduate of Baylor University where he majored in Secondary Education Social Studies. He was born and raised in Chicago and ventured to Texas to obtain his degree.

This will be his 5th year at Vandegrift, where he will be teaching APUSH, US History, and Sociology. Augie comes from a gymnastics background, and also had the opportunity to coach the Vandy Cheer Team during the 2020-21 season. 

We are thrilled to have Coach Strauch joining our program again this year!