Jacksonville State names Charles Kelly as head football coach

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Auburn co-defensive coordinator Charles Kelly has been named as the Gamecocks new head coach, the university announced Saturday.

“We are beyond excited to welcome Charles Kelly back to Jacksonville State,” said Jacksonville State Vice President for Athletics Greg Seitz. “Coach Kelly’s extensive experience, championship pedigree, and strong ties to Alabama make him the ideal leader for our program. His vision and passion will help us continue the success we’ve enjoyed in our first two years in Conference USA and build on our tradition of excellence.”

“First of all, it’s an unbelievable honor to have the opportunity to be the head football coach at Jacksonville State University,” said Kelly. “The standard of excellence at this university and in its athletic programs is second to none, and I am proud to return and build on that incredible tradition.”

Kelly, 57, has extensive experience as an assistant coach that includes stops at Alabama, Tennessee, Colorado, Florida State and Georgia Tech. Kelly was an assistant coach at Jax State from 1994-1998.

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