UWG head football coach Joel Taylor adds Allen Tucker as the Special Teams Coordinator for the 2024 season, making Tucker the second official hire under Taylor's leadership.

Why It Matters

The addition of Tucker brings experienced coaching and a track record of success in improving special teams performance, which could significantly impact the team's overall gameplay and competitiveness in the upcoming season.

By the Numbers
  • Tucker coached three players to All-MAC selections on special teams while at Akron.
  • Under Tucker's guidance, the Zips' special teams ranked ninth in the country in punt return defense and 28th in the country in kickoff defense.
  • At Mississippi State, Tucker contributed to improvements in net punt, punt average, kick and punt return average, and special team's efficiency ranking every year.
State of Play
  • Allen Tucker's addition enriches the coaching staff, bringing expertise and a successful track record in developing special teams performance.
  • Tucker's hiring underscores head coach Joel Taylor's commitment to building a competitive and well-rounded coaching team for the upcoming season.
Bottom Line

The addition of Allen Tucker as Special Teams Coordinator demonstrates UWG's focus on strengthening the coaching staff and improving special teams performance, setting a high standard for the team's competitiveness in the 2024 season.