Alex Golesh Appointed Head Coach of Auburn Tigers Football

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Alex Golesh Appointed Head Coach of Auburn Tigers Football

Auburn University has officially announced the appointment of Alex Golesh as the head coach for the Auburn Tigers football team. This announcement was made by Athletics Director John Cohen. Golesh becomes the 33rd head coach in the history of Auburn football, succeeding the previous leadership.

Background of Alex Golesh

Golesh, 33, arrives at Auburn after a successful three-season tenure as the head coach of the University of South Florida (USF) from 2023 to 2025. Under his guidance, USF experienced a remarkable turnaround, capturing 23 wins in three years while posting a 9-3 record in the 2025 season. Previously, the Bulls managed only four wins over their prior three seasons.

Achievements at USF

Led USF to record-setting averages of over 35 points and 450 yards per game.
In 2025, USF’s offense ranked second nationally in total offense (501.7 yards) and fifth in scoring (43.0 points).
Quarterback Byrum Brown became one of only 12 players in FBS history to achieve 3,000 passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards in a season.
Achieved the largest single-season turnaround in USF history, moving from a 1-11 record to 7-6 in 2023.
Secured consecutive bowl eligibility in 2023 and 2024, with two postseason victories.
Ranked in the top 25 in various national statistics across offensive, defensive, and special teams categories.

Quotes and Expectations

John Cohen expressed enthusiasm about Golesh’s appointment, highlighting his success in producing winning teams and the creativity of his offensive strategies. Golesh himself conveyed gratitude for the opportunity and enthusiasm for building a player-driven program at Auburn.

Coaching Experience

Before joining USF, Golesh had notable stints with several distinguished programs:

Tennessee (2021-2022): Served as offensive coordinator, leading a dramatic offensive improvement from No. 108 to No. 1 in total offense.
UCF (2020): Coordinated an offensive unit ranked second nationally in total offense.
Iowa State (2016-2019): Contributed to a strong turnaround and secured the highest recruiting classes in program history.

Career Highlights and Honors

Golesh has received several recognitions throughout his coaching career, including:

2023 CBS Sports’ “Top 15 Coaches Under 40”
2024 ESPN’s “30 Coaches Who Will Define the Next Decade”
2022 Broyles Award Finalist

Personal Background

Originally from Moscow, Russia, and raised in Dublin, Ohio, Golesh graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in education. He resides in Auburn with his wife, Alexis, and their two children, Corbin and Barrett.

Auburn looks forward to a new era under Golesh’s leadership, as he aims to continue the tradition of excellence associated with the Auburn Tigers football program.