Director of Football Performance & Defensive Line Coach
Charlotte, North Carolina | [email protected] | 901-267-8035 | @DrCoachFly

Kevon
Fly

As a passionate and purpose-driven coach, I am deeply committed to mentoring and developing youth through athletics, discipline, and faith-based leadership. With over 10 years of experience in Middle school, High School, and collegiate coaching, I strive to instill confidence, character, and a growth mindset in every young person I work with. The evidence of our success is not just in rising test scores, graduation rates, team GPSs, overall team performance, and team wins, but also in transforming our athletes' mindset. My coaching philosophy is rooted in continuous personal and professional improvement. I seek to empower the next generation to rise above limitations and pursue excellence on and off the field.

  • Proven methods of leadership and growth have increased team morale and confidence, resulting in an overall improvement in team performance.

  • I am committed to fostering a positive team culture, particularly in the weight room, which has led to over 40 players achieving membership in the 1,000-pound club. Additionally, team injuries have decreased by 80%, and injuries in the weight room are currently at zero.

  • As an award-winning defensive line coach, I have been a part of a top 10 defensive coaching staff in Division II football for 2023 and 2024. Our dedication and excellence were recognized with the AFCA Defensive Staff of the Year award for two consecutive years.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, & CREDENTIALS

  • Ed.D., Applied Behavior Analysis, Tennessee Tech University (currently enrolled)

  • Ed.S., Exercise Science, Tennessee Tech University

  • B.S., Political Science, Tennessee State University

  • USAW, LEVEL 1

  • ISSA, Strength and conditioning certification

Johnson C. Smith University Charlotte, NC July 2022-Present
DIVISION II
Coordinator of Football Performance July. 2022-Present
Defensive Line Coach July 2022-Present

Currently overseeing 135 student-athletes, I am responsible for developing and maintaining the football weight room, defensive line play, recruiting, and nutritional needs for all our student-athletes.

LEADERSHIP & INNOVATION

  • Implemented advanced strength and conditioning programs to enhance athlete safety, speed, agility, and overall performance.

  • Developed and executed tailored training regimens for defensive line players, optimizing their game-day execution.

  • Key contributor to scouting, talent development, and player recruitment.

  • Designed tactical game plans and assigned player roles, leading to enhanced team performance.

  • Led the team to an 8-2 record in 2024, tying the school record in wins and an 8-0 start for the first time in school history, and a 7-3 record in 2023, making the first back-to-back winning seasons in a decade.

  • Coached the #1 ranked defense in all of Division II (2023) and followed up with the #6 ranked defense in 2024.

  • Played a pivotal role in the school's first-ever bowl game appearance in 2023 and national ranking at #16 for the first time in school history in 2024.

  • 5 First Team ALL-CIAA Players.

  • 5 Second Team ALL-CIAA Players.

  • 3 ALL-CIAA Defensive Line ALL Rookie Team.

  • 2 HBCU Legacy Bowl Participants.

  • 2024 3.11 GPA Defensive Line - Team & Conference High.

  • Assesses athletes' needs, creates tailored meal plans, and provides guidance on hydration and supplementation.

  • Educates athletes and teams on nutrition for optimal performance and wellness, addressing issues such as disordered eating and food allergies.

  • Designed the brand new 750,000 dollar weight room outfitted with sornex equipment from the floor plans to the custom rack designs

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

University of Miami Miami, FL May 2022-July 2022
DIVISION 1
Sports Science Intern

  • Provided technical support for research activities, including data collection and analysis.

  • Participated in weekly meetings with research staff to discuss progress on projects.

  • Collaborated with football coaches and sports therapists to evaluate and elevate both individual and team performance metrics

Edward Waters University Jacksonville, FL January 2022-April 2022
DIVISION II
Assistant Strength Coach

  • Collaborated with all sports coaches and sports therapists to evaluate and elevate both individual and team performances.

  • Educated student-athletes on the impact of diet and exercise on their health and how it contributes to optimized growth and nutritional strategies.

  • Collaborated and led the advancement of student-athletes physical prowess and mental resilience by executing targeted strengths.

Previous Experiences

  • Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator & Strength and Conditioning, The Heritage School, Newnan, GA July 2019-February 2021

  • Assistant LB Coach, Ensworth, Nashville, TN August 2018-May 2019

  • Assistant LB Coach, Franklin Road Academy, Nashville, TN August 2017-June 2019

  • Defensive Line Coach, Clinton High School, Clinton, TN August 2015-June 2017

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • AFCA HBCU Minority Coaches Defensive Staff of the Year 2023 & 2024

  • All-Star Coach Georgia High School 2019

  • #1 Ranked Defensive Team Georgia High School (GISA), 2019

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

  • Maggie Brown Alternative Middle School (Keynote Address), Newnan, GA 2022

  • Greenville High School (Speaker), Greenville, GA 2022

  • East Coweta High School (Speaker), Newnan, GA 2022

  • Cesar Chavez High School (Speaker), Houston, TX 2022

  • Blue Print 58 ATL Non-Profit (Speaker), Atlanta, GA, 2022

  • Mt. Zion High School (Speaker), Jonesboro, GA 2025

  • Clinton High School (Speaker), Clinton, TN 2022