Rob Gray steps down as Head Coach at Faulkner

After four seasons of leadership, Rob Gray is stepping down as the head coach of the Faulkner University football team. This decision comes after Gray’s careful consideration and is made with the best interests of the football program in mind as it looks to the future.

Gray assumed the role as the seventh head coach in program history in 2021 after serving various assistant coaching roles for the prior two seasons.

“Transitions like these are always challenging,” said Faulkner University President Mitch Henry. “However, we remain committed to upholding a culture of excellence, integrity, and growth in all areas of our athletics department. We are grateful for Coach Gray’s dedication to our student-athletes and his contributions to the program.”

In the interim, Randy Ragsdale will assume the role of head coach as the university begins the process of finding new leadership. Having coached for 28 years at Trinity Presbyterian School in Montgomery, Ragsdale joined the Faulkner football staff in 2021. A member of the Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame, Ragsdale served as Associate Head Coach for the Eagles and has been responsible for player development.

The search for a new head coach is already underway, with plans focused on identifying a candidate whose values and goals align with the mission of Faulkner University and its football program.

“We appreciate the support of our community and our student-athletes as we navigate this time of transition,” Henry added. “We are confident that the future of Faulkner Eagles Football remains bright as we continue to build upon a foundation of excellence and success.”

Faulkner University looks forward to an exciting new chapter in its football program and will provide updates as the search for a permanent head coach progresses.