In 1962, following Louthan's playing career he was named head football coach for Lockwood High School.[4][5] In 1964, he became the athletic director and an assistant coach for Friends.[6][7] In 1966, he joined George Fox as an assistant football and basketball coach and the head track and field coach.[6][8][7] In 1967, he was promoted to head football coach and was named athletic director following Earl Craven's departure.[6][8][7][9][10] In one season as head coach he led the team to a 0–8 record which was their last fielded team until 2014. He also coached the baseball team until 1969.[11]
As athletic director, he suspended the football team.[12]