THE HEARTBEAT: Eastside Catholic's Dominic Daste is pillar in hallways and football field
Dominic Daste has become the heartbeat of the Eastside Catholic football program, serving as both head coach and dean of students at the prestigious Washington private school.
With a deep background in the college coaching ranks, Daste brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the high school game — but what he found was an unexpected passion for developing young athletes and building community.
Since arriving at Eastside, Daste has worked tirelessly to establish a culture rooted in accountability, toughness, and togetherness. His approach goes beyond the X’s and O’s; he emphasizes the importance of character, leadership, and responsibility both on the field and in the classroom.
That philosophy has resonated across the program, energizing players, families, and the school community.
On the field, Daste’s vision is clear: win with stingy defense and a physical, punishing offense. It’s a brand of football built for championships, and it aligns perfectly with Eastside Catholic’s reputation as one of the region’s premier private school powers.
The expectations are high — competing for league titles and making deep postseason runs — but Daste embraces that standard.
For him, the journey is about more than wins; it’s about building a lasting legacy of excellence.
