The legal limit in Georgia is .08. A former Georgia Southern All-American and professional player,Whitley is the assistant head coach and cornerbacks coach for Helton. He mentored center Leif Fautanu to all-conference honors as the Rebels scored 18 rushing touchdowns and produced a 1,000-yard rusher for the second consecutive season. Doug Samuels Dec 7, 2021 Four games into his fifth season leading the program, after initially taking over the program midway through the 2017 season, Georgia Southern fired Chad Lunsford early on in the 2021 season. Whitley is very comfortable with who he is, and with good reason. He's taken it to another level for me.". "I am extremely thankful for Coach Clay Helton giving me the opportunity to come back to Georgia Southern University and be a part of such an elite staff and such an incredible football program with unparalleled tradition and success," Turner said. He is in his second season as the Eagles head coach. When Helton inquired about Ellis joining the staff in Statesboro, the Peach State native thought of the coach he met recruiting the Atlanta region. Georgia Southern's Savrasov gains an education while pursuing his dream, Give Clay Helton an opening, and he will seal the deal for Georgia Southern football, Georgia Southern bolsters receivers, QBs with coach Clay Helton's first recruiting class, Amare Jones, a senior transfer from Tulane, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Reed, 29, was announced as an Eagles assistanton Dec. 7, but since then, MSU lost running backs coach William Peagler to Florida as a tight ends coach on Dec. 24. 2023: Georgia Southern - Head Coach His credibility, experience and character made him director of athletics Jared Benko's choice as interim head coach four games into the 2021 season. An honorable mention All-America defensive back, he was a four-year starter and part of three teams that reached the NCAA Division I-AA national championship game, winning twice (1989, 1990). A Georgia Southern man, Whitley has strong relationships with his players, the university and fellow alumni. Offensive line coach Geep Wade is offensive line coach at Appalachian State. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 2013 Georiga Southern (WR Coach) 5-4. Sherman spent his first two seasons at Samford working specifically with the team's wide receivers, and was elevated to the offensive coordinator and running backs coach for the . Commentary:Give Clay Helton an opening, and he will seal the deal for Georgia Southern football. The university announced Sunday that Chad Lunsford was relieved of his duties after a 1-3 start the season. A graduate assistant at Florida State in 2020, Davis had sprent two priorseasons on Gus Malzahn's staff at his alma mater Auburn. Such a unifying figure helped allay potential discomfort in being the lone holdover and the man in charge who ultimately did not get job. Lunsford, 44, was a Georgia Southern assistant from 2013 until replacing Tyson Summers for the . "Ryan is known in the profession as a relentless recruiter and an incredible coach who knows how to develop talent," Helton said in a statement. ", Nathan Dominitz is the Sports Content Editor of the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com. College: Houston (1994; mathematics and interdisciplinary science) Under Woods' direction, the Oregon State offense carried the ball for a school-record 5.2 yards per carry in 2016. Cody Kessler (QB; 3rd round draft pick - Cleveland Browns; 2016) Merritt, who will be 34 on Jan. 5, comes to Statesboro after serving as a senior offensive analyst for the University of Tennessee, which. He was selected as team captain for the 2016 squad. Defensive line coach and recruiting coordinator, Special teams coordinator/tight ends coach, Sorting out Georgia Southern's deep, almost entirely new quarterback room led by Vantrease, Georgia Southern scrimmage showcases top quarterback, freshman receiver catching attention, Sign-up for our free, weekly newsletter on all things Georgia Southern sports, Jeremy Singleton brings instant impact at wide receiver for Georgia Southern football team, Defensive back Wylan Free's new family at Georgia Southern welcomes transfer to Statesboro, Anthony Beck taking the next step to punting football quicker for Georgia Southern. Jay Tufele (DL; 4th round draft pick - Jacksonville Jaguars; 2021) Owens said he can't wait to join Helton's staff. He has strong recruiting ties to the Southeast having played and coached at Louisiana and we look forward to him leading a very talented running back group here at Georgia Southern.. Prominent Pupils "With his experience in the SEC and havingled as a coordinator, he brings a wealth of knowledge to our football program. Nathan Dominitz is the Sports Content Editor of the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com. I am looking forward to being a part of coach Heltons plan to recruit great players and put a product on the field that our fans can be proud of. A second-team All-Mountain West selection, Turner ranked fourth in the league in all-purpose yards (1,523) and touchdowns (12) and was sixth in receptions (73) and receiving yards (876). UNA averaged 285 passing yards per game in his final season as the team eclipsed the 3,000-yard mark over the 11-game season. Former Georgia Southern football standout, Matt Dobson, is returning to the 'Boro to don the blue and white, but as a Blue Devil, not an Eagle. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Reed was a first-team all-state honoree at Dutchtown High School after rushing for 1,926 yards and 32 touchdowns as a senior in 2010. For his career, he has played in 47 games and blocked three kicks, recovered threes fumbles and forced one fumble. Email: gsathletics@georgiasouthern.edu Stacy Searels will return to the University of Georgia as offensive line coach after serving in a similar position at North Carolina the past three years, according to an announcement Monday by UGA head coach Kirby Smart. I look forward to serving alongside Coach Turner and seeing our Hawks shine under the Friday night lights.. CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Hanahan has their new head football coach. Georgia Tech: Georgia Tech receivers coach Kerry Dixon has left the program to become an assistant quarterbacks coach for the Baltimore Ravens. Ronald Jones II (RB; 2nd round draft pick - Tampa Bay Buccaneers; 2018) I've learned a lot from coach Helton. Head coach Chad Lunsford, fired after a 1-3 start, is tight ends coach and special teams coordinator at Florida Atlantic. Sam Darnold (QB; 1st round draft pick [3rd overall] - New York Jets; 2018) Twitter: @NathanDominitz, offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Bryan Ellis, Georgia Southern hires Western Kentucky assistant Bryan Ellis as offensive coordinator, 'Basketball nomad' Brian Burg finds a home as Georgia Southern's head men's coach, Kevin Whitley to stay at Georgia Southern under Clay Helton after serving as interim head coach, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The opportunity to learn from and work alongside coach Helton and this excellent staff is a privilege and an honor, Harris said in a press release. Staff Directory Members By Category/Department; Name Title Email Address Phone Twitter; Tremaine Jackson: Head Football Coach football@valdosta.edu (229) 333-5970 (229) 333-5970: Trent Earley: Assistant Head Coach / Defensive Line / Special Teams Coordinator football@valdosta.edu (229) 333-5970 (229) 333-5970 @CoachTEarley: Brandon Andersen Matt Barkley (QB; 4th round draft pick - Philadelphia Eagles; 2013) Twitter: @NathanDominitz. Nathan Dominitz is the Sports Content Editor of the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart issued a statement on the report and . ", They dont come much better than @kwhit4 #HailSouthern | @GSCoachHelton pic.twitter.com/jHJmwNzQm3. Coach Turner is a proven educator and leader. Our community is very fortunate to have a coach of this caliber to lead and develop our student-athletes on and off the field. "He's very clear; he's always transparent. "I go from 8 miles from the house to three hours from the house. 2017 Georgia Southern Interim 2-4. Georgia Southern Eagles Preview Head Coach: Clay Helton, 1st year at Georgia Southern, 6th year overall, 46-24. "We value the opportunity to work for a tremendous head football coach in Coach Helton, who has a proven track record of winning. "I'm trying to be the second best coach in Georgia Southern history," says Helton. Phone:912-GSU-ATHL (478-2845) Thompson is a first-team pick at special teams. Turner replaces Art Craig who was placed on leave in the middle of last season. Helton said Whitleyled the team with "class, dignity, toughness, discipline" as it went 2-6 in the final eight games. The production of our offensive line will be raised to new heights under his leadership.". 11/2/2021 5:11:00 PM. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. He also is respected and well-connected in his home state from decades of winning as a high school coach. Email him at ndominitz@savannahnow.com. Thompson played a team-high 154 snaps on special teams and posted 25 tackles, one interception and a pass breakup on the season. Former NFL tight endRichard Owenshas been named the offensive line coach and run game coordinator for Georgia Southern. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Rose Bowl Champions (2016) "Having the chance to watch the final three weeks of the season, I sawKevin Whitleydisplay each of these characteristics while leading our football team. Later Monday, Georgia Southern announced a newjob title for Kevin Whitley,who has been the Eagles' cornerback coach for three seasons and served as interim head coach for the final eight games of the 2021 season. He's come in and has a good relationship with the players. At Arkansas State, where he led the Red Wolves to conference titles in 2011 and 2012 while playing quarterback, Aplin coached the running backs in 2021. 2020: USC - Head Coach (5-1) TicketSmarter - Official Secondary Ticketing Partner, The Breakdown: A Closer Look at the 2023 Football Schedule, Georgia Southern's 2023 Football Schedule Released, Black History Month Q&A With Marvin James, Edwin Jackson Memorial Walk-on Tryouts Set for March 7. I think in the end, it's going to make us better.". January 20, 2023. As an assistant coach, his team Coffee High team was the 2017 AAAAAA State Runners-Up, the 2004 AAAA State Champions at Warner Robins High, the 2000 AAA State Runners-Up at Fitzgerald High, the 1994 AA State Runners-Up at Screven County High and won five region titles. In his first season as Washingtons defensive backs coach (2020), Harris was part of helping the Huskies improve from No. Helton said in a press release that Harris "is known as one of the brightest young minds in the game today.". In 28 years of coaching, Turner has coached in six state championship games for five different high schools around Georgia. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Woods comes to Statesboro after two seasons as the UNLV offensive line coach where he added the title of co-offensive coordinator in 2022. Football Georgia Southern has a football tradition that is known and respected around college football. Aggies and Longhorns Tied in 247's 'Most Lethal' 2023 Rosters. ", More GS sports: 'Basketball nomad' Brian Burg finds a home as Georgia Southern's head men's coach. "He fit with what I wanted moving forward, from the toughness, discipline that he brings, how he makes our team so united as one," Helton said. gsfootball@georgiasouthern.edu Twitter GSCoachHelton Clay Helton, who led USC to a Rose Bowl title in 2016, was named the 11th full-time head coach in the Georgia Southern modern football era on Nov. 2, 2021. "Let's get to work, Eagle Nation!". Turner, who coached in six state championship games at five different Georgia high schools in his career, brings a wealth of knowledge and connections in Georgia high school football to the new position. After a two-year run as the school's tight ends coach, where he coached Ricky Burgan to NAIA All-American honors, he spent a season coaching the offensive line at Citrus before going to New Mexico for two seasons to serve as a graduate assistant on the offensive line. His units have brought impressive numbers both in the running game and protecting the quarterback. From an assistant at Redan (1996-97) and North Springs (1998-2000), he proceeded to head coaching stints at North Springs (2001-02), Creekside (2003-08) and Stockbridge (2009-18). "You want to be at a place that cares and you have a chance to be successful. STATESBORO - Long-time Georgia high school football coach Milan Turner has been announced as the Director of High School Relations for the Georgia Southern football program, as announced Wednesday by head coach Clay Helton. Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR; 4th round draft pick - Detroit Lions; 2021) Georgia Southern University Athletics Staff Directory Phone: 912-GSU-ATHL (478-2845) Email: gsathletics@georgiasouthern.edu Fax: 912-478-0095 Mailing: Use PO Box above unless noted below or for shipping Current EADA Report Ad Blocker Detected Thanks for visiting gseagles.com! 2015 Georgia Southern Football Full Media Guide, Georgia Southern University PDF. Maybe not the extremely hot days and the sand gnats, but the rest. He missed the final three games after having ankle and thumb surgeries, but has announced his intentions to return as a Super Senior in 2022. Staff Directory Members By Category/Department; Image Name Title Phone Email Address; Rodney Kirschner: Deputy Athletic Director (FB, MBB, BSB, Bowling) 225-771-5609 225-771-5609: From that point on, we've worked together very well. Ask Georgia Southern and SSU, Make it three former Huskies coaches as Clay Helton builds Georgia Southern football staff, Give Clay Helton an opening, and he will seal the deal for Georgia Southern football, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The Compliance Coordinator - Athletics assists with interpretation of NCAA rules, develops procedures and policies to remain in compliance, plans and implements education and . I appreciate that. Michael Pittman Jr. (WR; 2nd round draft pick - Indianapolis Colts; 2020) Hartley is a UGA alum and while this is just his second season with the program as an on-field coach, it's his third . Prior to Oregon State, Woods served as the offensive line coach at Wisconsin, where his group helped block for running back Melvin Gordon in 2014 when he won the Doak Walker Award and was a Heisman Trophy finalist. Under Owens's tutelage, Andrew Smith Jr., Kadeem Telfort and Matthew Trehern earned honorable mention all-conference accolades. Sign in or register for your free account, Veteran coach to take over offensive line and run game coordinator duties, The Altrusa Club and Frazier's partner for youth literacy, Brooklet Methodist's "Pillowcase Angels" are sewing with love, Happiness is Homemade: Food is the common language of love. "He was an interim head coach as well, so he knows what that feels like to go from head coach to back to a position coach," Whitley said. After secondary coach Charlton Warren left Georgia to be defensive coordinator at Indiana, let's take a quick look at the Georgia coaching staff. 2014 Georgia Southern (TE Coach) 9-3. Reed spent two seasons (2018-19) at his alma mater, Louisiana. Georgia's coaching staff has undergone a bit of a facelift in the past couple of months. The Georgia Southern on-field football coaching staff was replaced for 2022 with the exception of Kevin Whitley, who started the 2021 season as cornerbacks coach, was interim head coach for the final eight games, and was retained as assistant head coach/cornerbacks. The Lions 2016 campaign saw them compile an 11-2 record, claim the Gulf South Conference and Super Region 2 championships and advance to the NCAA Division II national championship game. Among his accolades are North/South All-Star Head Coach, Region Coach of the Year, Atlanta Touchdown Club Class A Coach of the Year, GACA Class A State Coach of the Year, and was selected to coach in the 2008 Under Armour national all-star game. 2021: USC - Head Coach (1-1) Having gone against it personally, I know how hard it can be on opposing offenses. It just worked out that way that every on-field position coach was replaced with one exception, Kevin Whitley. A former player at Azusa Pacific (2001-02), as well as Iowa State and Citrus Junior College, where he earned NJCAA All-American, honors in 1999, Woods got his coaching start as a graduate assistant at Azusa Pacific in 2003. The staff also includes Kevin Whitley the lone on-field coach retained from the 2021 season as assistant head coach and cornerbacks coach. 1996: Duke- Running Backs Ryan will be a major asset to our football staff.. 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