Devon Spalding joined the Badgers in 2023 in the wave of new coaches under Luke Fickell. So who is Devon Spalding? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Badgers’ running backs coach.
Who Is Devon Spalding? Facts About The Badgers Coach
- Spalding grew up in Canton, Mich., attending John Glenn High School where he earned Division 1-2 All-State honors as a senior. In his final high school season, Spalding ran for 1,761 yards on 190 carries and scored a school-record 27 touchdowns. He ranks No. 3 in Michigan history with a 491-yard single-game rushing performance.
- Was a graduate assistant under Luke Fickell at Cincinnati in 2019.
- At Youngstown State, Spalding mentored running back Jaleel McLaughlin to MVFC Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2022.
- Devon Spalding joined the Badgers’ staff in January of 2023 as the running backs coach.
Devon Spalding’s Age And Personal Life
Spalding is 27 years old.
Where Is Devon Spalding From?
Spalding is from Canton, Michigan, and attended John Glenn High School. He attended Central Michigan University where he played running back and wide receiver for four years. He was a graduate assistant under Luke Fickell in Cincinnati before going to Youngstown State to coach the running backs.
Devon Spalding Coaching Experience
Year | School/Team | Position |
2019 | Cincinnati | Graduate Assistant |
2020-22 | Youngstown State | Running Backs |
2023-present | Wisconsin | Running Backs |
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