Cadillac Williams receives community award for his contributions as interim coach
By Keith Farner
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Cadillac Williams gained plenty of support last season when he became Auburn’s interim coach after the firing of Bryan Harsin.
For his efforts, Williams, who has since been promoted to associate head football coach, received the Spirit of Auburn award at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting Wednesday at the Gogue Performing Arts Center. The award was for his efforts in reviving the business community while serving as interim head coach.
“It’s an honor and pleasure to stand before you and receive this award,” Williams said. “I’m very thankful. I’m honored to be part of this family. It’s forever life changing.”
Williams received the award from Auburn Chamber of Commerce board chair Julie Melton.
“The spirit of Auburn is demonstrated by leading by example, through serving, being disciplined and believing,” Melton said. “There is no way to deny the enormous boost that came to the Auburn community when Coach Cadillac inspired a team of players to work together as a family and to believe in themselves.
“His leadership truly infused life back into this community. Winning coaches are good for our economy, but more than wins, we would be remiss if we didn’t recognize the great example you provided.”
A former newspaper veteran, Keith Farner is a news manager for Saturday Down South.
