Denver Williams
West Hartford,CT
Summary
Football coach with 25 years of collegiate coaching experience at the NCAA Division II and III levels. Proven track record, coaching a variety of positions, and coordinating experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
WR Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
Trinity College
Hartford, USA
04.2008 - Current
- Developed wide receiver strategies and skills to enhance performance against opponent coverages.
- Served as an opponent secondary expert, providing insights on opponents' coverages and blitzes.
- Coordinated recruiting database management and organized schedules for prospect campus visits.
- Oversaw logistics and operations for summer football camp.
- Oversaw kickoff return and punt return units.
- Achieved top ranking in NCAA Division III for kickoff return average in 2013.
- Recruited Areas: DC, MD, IL, OH, and NY.
- Coached multiple All-Conference players and established school record holders.
- 8x NESCAC Champions: 2008, 2012, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2023, and 2025.
Teaching Experience
Trinity College
Hartford, USA
01.2008 - Current
- Taught courses in Physical Education Dept.
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Trinity College
Hartford, USA
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Coached the men’s and women’s sprinters
Teaching Experience
Heidelberg College
Tiffin, USA
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Taught courses in Physical Education Dept.
WR Coach and Passing Game Coordinator
Heidelberg College
Tiffin, USA
06.2007 - 03.2008
- Developed wide receivers to enhance offensive strategies and skill sets.
- Served as expert on opponent coverage and secondary analysis.
- Coordinated kickoff return unit.
WR Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
Ashland University
Ashland, USA
06.2005 - 05.2007
- Developed and maintained recruiting database to streamline candidate tracking for coaching staff.
- Managed recruiting budget effectively to optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinated mailings to high school prospects and coaches to enhance outreach efforts.
- Organized itineraries and schedules for all campus prospect visits.
- Created promotional brochures for season tickets, camps, tournaments, clinics, and alumni events.
- Directed all camps, clinics, and 7 on 7 tournament with 32 participating teams in 2006.
- Organized National Signing Day press conference to highlight recruiting class.
- Coached wide receivers and specialized in opponent coverages and secondary strategies.
WR Coach and Offensive Coordinator (2003) Recruiting Coordinator, Running Backs
Ohio Northern University
Ada, USA
06.2001 - 05.2005
- Developed and managed recruiting database to enhance recruiting efforts.
- Coordinated mailings to high school prospects and coaches for recruitment engagement.
- Organized itineraries and schedules for all campus prospect visits.
- Coordinated punt return unit, skills, strategies, and analysis.
- Served as Head J.V. Coach, achieving a 6-2 record.
- Served as the Offensive Coordinator in 2003, finishing third in the Ohio Athletic Conference for total offense.
- Directed an offense that established five school records in 2003.
- Coached OAC Receiver of the Year in 2004 and All-Time Receptions Leader in school history.
Education
M.A. - American Studies
Trinity College
Hartford, CT01.2012
B.S. - Education
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05-2001
Graduate -
Cadiz High School
Cadiz, OH06-1996
Skills
- Recruiting analysis
- Video analysis and coverage
- Offensive strategy development
- Special Teams strategy development
- DVSport video software proficiency
- Excel and PowerPoint expertise
Playing Experience
- Youngstown State University, 08/01/97, 06/01/01, 4 Year Letterman, Member of 1997 Div. 1AA National Championship team., Member of 1999 Div. 1AA National Runners-UP team., Member of 2000 Div. 1AA Playoff team.
- Cadiz High School, 08/01/92, 06/01/96, 4 Year Letterman, All-Time Leading Rusher, 6 x OHSAA State Champion in 100 & 200 meters, Div. III State Records 100 & 200 meters
Phone Numbers
419-303-7095
References
- Jeff Devanney, Head Football Coach, Trinity College, 860-297-2065
- Lew Acquarulo, Assistant Football Coach, Trinity College, 860-297-2585
- Mark Melnitsky, Assistant Football Coach, Trinity College, 860-297-4130
- Drew Galbraith, Former Athletic Director, Trinity College, 603-631-0167
- Paul Assaiante, Former Men's Squash Head Coach, Trinity College, 860-965-3901
- Dean Paul, Assistant Football Coach, John Carroll University, 567-674-6036
- Tony Lucas, Assistant Football Coach, Old Dominion, 646-338-6478
Game Management Duties
Trinity College, 08/01/08, Present, Game Manager for Men’s & Women’s Basketball, Ice Hockey, Game Management Duties- NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championships, NCAA Women’s Ice Hockey Tournament, Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament, New England Wrestling Championships.
Dei Experience
Trinity College, 08/01/19, Present, Advisor for Trinity College Athletes of Color Coalition, Member of Trinity College Athletics DEI Committee, Member of NESCAC DEI for Anti-Racism Council, Participated in Jen Fry Talks DEI workshop, Participated in Inter-Group Dialogue Facilitator Training, Participated in 21 Day Allyship Training Program
Timeline
WR Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
Trinity College
04.2008 - Current
Teaching Experience
Trinity College
01.2008 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Trinity College
01.2008 - 01.2012
WR Coach and Passing Game Coordinator
Heidelberg College
06.2007 - 03.2008
Teaching Experience
Heidelberg College
01.2007 - 12.2008
WR Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
Ashland University
06.2005 - 05.2007
WR Coach and Offensive Coordinator (2003) Recruiting Coordinator, Running Backs
Ohio Northern University
06.2001 - 05.2005
M.A. - American Studies
Trinity College
B.S. - Education
Youngstown State University
Graduate -
Cadiz High School