South Carolina announces hire of new OL coach Eric Wolford
By Andrew Olson
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South Carolina made it official Monday, announcing the addition of Eric Wolford as offensive line coach.
“I’m excited to have Eric come back to South Carolina and join our staff,” Will Muschamp said in a release. “He has a long history as an excellent offensive line coach and has the added experiences of being a head coach and being in the NFL, both of which make him even more of an asset to our staff moving forward.”
Wolford, who previously coached under Steve Spurrier through the 2009 season, left Columbia to take the head coaching job at FCS Youngstown State. He coached at Youngstown State for five seasons (2010-14), and has spent the last two seasons as a San Francisco 49ers assistant. Wolford replaces Shawn Elliott, who took the head coaching position at Georgia State.
“My family and I are excited about our return to the University of South Carolina,” said Wolford. “It is a privilege to be a part of the Gamecock family again. With such supportive, loyal fans and Coach Muschamp’s guidance, I am confident that this program, is moving in an explosive and positive direction. We are honored to be a part of the Gamecock family.”
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