John Carroll Football gains a veteran defensive coordinator, Alex Gray, with over 20 years of coaching experience and 11 seasons as a coordinator, including a successful stint at St. Thomas University in Florida. Gray, a native Clevelander, brings a sound, aggressive, and exciting brand of defense, and expresses his excitement to return home.

By the Numbers
  • Gray has 11 seasons of experience as a coordinator
  • Gray's defense at St. Thomas University ranked sixth in rush yards per game
State of Play
  • Alex Gray is a transformative leader, teacher, and relationship builder
  • Gray has coaching experience at various schools, including St. Thomas University, Wayne State University, Malone University, Notre Dame College, and Walsh University
  • Gray's coaching style is described as multiple, to play defense the way teams play offense, highlighting individual strengths and playing to those strengths
Bottom Line

Alex Gray's arrival brings a wealth of experience and a diverse approach to defense, aligning with the program's goals and bringing excitement to the John Carroll Football community.