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FOOTBALL COACHES

BIO: Coach Allen has coaching experience in Texas, Florida and Georgia in various capacities to include position coach, coordinator, assistant head coach, assistant athletic director and head weightlifting coach. Most recently, Coach Allen led the offense of 7A Pebblebrook High School, where he received multiple awards and recognition for his outstanding performance. In 2021, he was honored as the Parker Resources 7a Coordinator of the year, and in 2022, he was recognized as the 7A Qb Coach of the year. Coach Allen’s dedication to coaching goes beyond the football field. He was also recognized as a Soldiers to Sidelines Legacy of Leadership Honoree, which speaks to his commitment to leadership and mentorship. Additionally, he is an active member of the Georgia Minority coaches association, working to support and empower minority coaches. Coach Allen graduated with a Bachelors and Masters from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor and his Education Specialist from Valdosta State University. Outside of his coaching career, Coach Allen is a devoted husband and father. He has been mar ried to his wife Alyssa for nine years, and they have two beautiful children, Jaiden and Raelynn. Coach Allen brings his strong work ethic, leadership skills, and passion for football to South Paulding, and is sure to make a positive impact on the program.

MAURICE ALLEN VARSITY HEAD COACH

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 9

Pictured with: Wife Alyssa and Children Jaiden & Raelynn

AWARDS: 2022 7A Offensive Coordinator of the year 2023 7A QB Coach of the year, Soldiers to Sidelines Legacy of Leadership Coach of year.

HOMETOWN: Deland Florida

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife Alyssa, Son Jaiden, Daughter Raelynn and expecting another Daughter Olivia.

HOBBIES: Spending time with family, traveling and football.

CODY PRYDE WIDE RECEIVERS TIGHTENDS/COACH

JAHAD RILEY WIDE RECEIVERS COACH

BIO: Army veteran

SPOUSE / CHILDREN: Wife - Ronnie Daughters Aniyah and Jai’Onni

COACHING EXPERIENCE: 3

HOMETOWN: Daytona Beach

HOBBIES: Working out