March 5, 2013
Donnavan Carter named Associate Head Coach of Lancer Football
WINDSOR, Ont. - University of Windsor Football Head Coach Joe D’Amore is pleased to announce the hiring of Donnavan Carter as the new Associate Head Coach of the Lancer Football program.
A native of Brampton, Ontario, Carter joins the Lancers from the University of Toronto where he served as the defensive coordinator for the past four seasons.
“We are extremely excited to add a coach of Donnavan's caliber and experience to our football program,” said coach D’Amore. “Donnavan not only has experience running a defense at the CIS level, but his extensive playing career in the CFL gives him instant creditability with our players. He brings with him a sound defensive system that will allow our players to play fast and adapt quickly."
Prior to joining the Varsity Blues, Carter played professional football in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Over his eight year CFL career, Carter was a starter at the safety and linebacker positions with the Toronto Argonauts, Ottawa Renegades, Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
As team captain for the Renegades in 2003, he was selected as a Canadian Football League Players Association all-star at the free safety position.
In addition to his professional football career, Carter is a former team captain at Northern Illinois University. Carter earned a Bachelors of Science degree and in 1999 he was named the league’s most valuable defensive player.
Also an experienced coach in the junior football ranks, Carter previously served as the defensive coordinator with the Etobicoke Eagles of the Ontario Varsity Football League where the team qualified for the regional championships.
With the Lancers, Carter will serve as the defensive coordinator and will also play a key role in recruiting and fundraising initiatives for the football program.
“We are pleased to appoint Donnovan as the Associate Head Coach of the Lancer Football program," commented Director of Athletics Gord Grace. “Donnavan is a proven coach and recruiter and he brings a wealth of experience to our program in all areas of football. We look forward to Donnavan’s contributions in helping our team reach their goals in the years to come.”
Source: Windsor Sports Information
A native of Brampton, Ontario, Carter joins the Lancers from the University of Toronto where he served as the defensive coordinator for the past four seasons.
“We are extremely excited to add a coach of Donnavan's caliber and experience to our football program,” said coach D’Amore. “Donnavan not only has experience running a defense at the CIS level, but his extensive playing career in the CFL gives him instant creditability with our players. He brings with him a sound defensive system that will allow our players to play fast and adapt quickly."
Prior to joining the Varsity Blues, Carter played professional football in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Over his eight year CFL career, Carter was a starter at the safety and linebacker positions with the Toronto Argonauts, Ottawa Renegades, Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
As team captain for the Renegades in 2003, he was selected as a Canadian Football League Players Association all-star at the free safety position.
In addition to his professional football career, Carter is a former team captain at Northern Illinois University. Carter earned a Bachelors of Science degree and in 1999 he was named the league’s most valuable defensive player.
Also an experienced coach in the junior football ranks, Carter previously served as the defensive coordinator with the Etobicoke Eagles of the Ontario Varsity Football League where the team qualified for the regional championships.
With the Lancers, Carter will serve as the defensive coordinator and will also play a key role in recruiting and fundraising initiatives for the football program.
“We are pleased to appoint Donnovan as the Associate Head Coach of the Lancer Football program," commented Director of Athletics Gord Grace. “Donnavan is a proven coach and recruiter and he brings a wealth of experience to our program in all areas of football. We look forward to Donnavan’s contributions in helping our team reach their goals in the years to come.”
Source: Windsor Sports Information
