John Bunyan
Port Washington Football Head Coach || john.bunyan@pwssd.k12.wi.us
Welcome to the home of the Port Washington Pirates High School Football Team! Under the leadership of Head Coach John Bunyan, the Pirates proudly compete in the East Central Football Conference and represent Port Washington in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) at the Division III level.
Our football program features three levels of competition: Varsity, JV, and JV2 (Freshmen), ensuring opportunities for athletes of all grades to develop their skills and contribute to the team’s success. With strong participation numbers ranging from 80 to 100 players annually, the Pirates enjoy a vibrant and thriving program that fosters camaraderie, discipline, and a love for the game.
The high school team benefits from the Port Washington Buccaneers, our dedicated feeder program at the middle school level, which helps prepare young athletes for the next stage of competition.
Program Highlights
- State Championships: 1985 [D2]
- State Runner-up: 1979 [D1], 1983 [D2], 1990 [D2]
- Conference Championships
- Braveland Conference (1962 – 1984): 1957, 1959, 1961, 1964, 1971, 1972, 1978, 1979, 1983
- North Shore Conference (1985 – 2019): 1985, 1987, 1990, 1992, 1993, 2000
- East Central Conference (2020 – current): 2023
Recent accomplishments include winning the 2023 East Central Conference Championship with an undefeated regular season and advancing to the second round of the WIAA playoffs the last four consecutive years.
Whether you’re a player, parent, or fan, we invite you to join us in supporting the Pirates as we continue to strive for greatness both on and off the field. Go Pirates!
PIRATE FOOTBALL WEIGHTROOM HONORS 🏴☠️ WEEK 4
IRON PIRATE OF THE WEEK
Austin Knapp
Brings a physical presence that shows up in every lift. Attacks the work, finishes strong, and doesn’t let the intensity drop.
SHIP CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK
Jack Bunyan
Drives the group with urgency and focus. Communicates, pulls others along, and makes sure the standard is met across the room.
Progress shows up in how you work.
#GoPirates | #CREW
PIRATE FOOTBALL WEIGHTROOM HONORS 🏴☠️ WEEK 3
IRON PIRATE OF THE WEEK
Carson Hill
Consistent output and physical edge every session. Shows up ready to work and sustains the standard through every rep.
SHIP CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK
Kade Kintop
Sets the tone with presence and accountability. Brings others with him through communication and daily example.
Standard doesn’t stay the same—it gets raised.
#GoPirates | #CREW
Enjoy the break from classes.
Stay consistent. Stay disciplined. The work doesn’t stop.
#GoPirates | #CREW
PIRATE FOOTBALL WEIGHTROOM HONORS 🏴☠️ WEEK 2
IRON PIRATE OF THE WEEK
Mason Schwanz
Relentless effort and physical consistency all week. Brings intensity to every lift and pushes the standard higher.
SHIP CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK
LeRoy Pinkston
Leads from the front. Communication, energy, and accountability showed up every day in the weight room.
Earned. Not given.
#GoPirates | #CREW
PIRATE FOOTBALL WEIGHTROOM HONORS 🏴☠️
IRON PIRATE OF THE WEEK
Kiya Sullivan
Recognized for toughness, discipline, and consistent work in the weight room. Setting the physical standard for Pirate Football.
SHIP CAPTAIN OF THE WEEK
Max Tatarek
Recognized for leadership, accountability, and setting the example for the CREW every day.
Strong teams are built by players who lead and work.
#GoPirates | #CREW
