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GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 2:47 pm
by GreatAppSt
100 Days till App State Football 2019!! 8-) 8-)

So after 20 years of this y'all know the rules.

Here we go.

Coach

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Eliah Drinkwitz

Head Coach

With a track record and style that are ideal fits for Appalachian State's high-scoring, championship-winning program, Eliah Drinkwitz was tabbed to become the Mountaineers' 21st head football coach on Dec. 13, 2018.

Drinkwitz had been the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for record-setting NC State teams the previous three seasons, as he joined the Wolfpack after excelling in a similar role at Group of Five conference power Boise State.

"I'm excited to welcome Eliah and his family to App Nation," App State Director of Athletics Doug Gillin said. "The App State football program is in great position to continue its championship ways. Eliah is committed to excellence academically, competitively, socially and to the well-being of our student-athletes. There was significant interest in our process throughout a national search. Eliah has great character and a clear vision for the future of Mountaineer football. I'm excited about the future of our football program."

From coaching in high school to both the Group of Five and Power Five levels in college, Drinkwitz has proven to be a consistent winner.

Drinkwitz has succeeded while running an offense similar to what App State has used in winning three straight Sun Belt Conference championships.

"My family and I are excited to embrace and build upon the proud tradition of Appalachian State Football," Drinkwitz said. "I am thankful to the Board of Trustees, Chancellor Everts, Doug Gillin and the entire App Nation for the opportunity to be the head coach at this great university. This is a special time for App Nation, and we will work tirelessly to uphold the championship tradition."


Drinkwitz's Coaching Career:
2005 – Alma (Ark.) HS – Assistant Coach
2006-09 – Springdale (Ark.) HS – Offensive Coordinator
2010-11 – Auburn – Quality Control Assistant
2012 – Arkansas State – Running Backs
2013 – Arkansas State – Co-Offensive Coordinator/Running Backs
2014 – Boise State – Tight Ends
2015 – Boise State – Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks
2016-18 – NC State – Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks

https://appstatesports.com/coaches.aspx ... h=football

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 2:57 pm
by Rick83
Love it when the countdown begins!! Thanks GAS!

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 3:09 pm
by GregPercussion
Feels like I just took down my decorations form last year. So ready!

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 3:12 pm
by Longrifle28
Longrifle approves!

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 3:25 pm
by huskie3
Best weekend activity!!! #APPSTATEFOOTBALL

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 3:32 pm
by BUTCH1991
Thanks GAS

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 4:30 pm
by JMappfan5
Thanks GAS...so excited for this season to begin and for me, it begins with your COUNTDOWN!!!

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 5:07 pm
by MAD Doctor
Welcome back GAS. Just in time.

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 5:16 pm
by firemoose
All Hail Great App State...First of His Name...King of the Roster, the Players, and the First Staff...Lord of the 100 Days and Protector of the Countdown.

Re: GAS Countdown 100Days

Posted: Thu May 23, 2019 8:58 pm
by 87ASUgrad
Thank You! I always look forward to your countdown! It is gonna be a Great year for App State Football!

BeatETSU!!