 Traylor then coached in Gilmer, TX at Gilmer High School where he was named four-time Texas High School Coach of the Year for Class 4A, and posted a 175-26 record (.871 winning percentage).During his 15 year tenure Coach Traylor led the Buckeyes to five state championship game appearances, three state titles and 12 district crowns.In 2019, Gilmer renamed Buckeye Stadium to Jeff Traylor Stadium to honor Traylor's success.