Lions Land Coach Pierre Coffey as Offensive Coordinator

 State Champion Looks to Contribute to Columbus Arena Football

COLUMBUS, GA – The Columbus Lions are excited to announce the addition of Pierre Coffey to the organization’s coaching staff, where he will serve as the team’s Offensive Coordinator, contributing to championship leadership and deep community ties to the professional indoor football organization.

Coffey most recently served as head football coach at George Washington Carver High School in Columbus, where he led the Tigers to a Georgia Class 2A state championship on December 17, 2024, marking the second state title in the school’s history. His leadership capped a highly successful tenure defined by discipline, player development, and a championship culture.

 During his three seasons as head coach at Carver, Coffey’s teams consistently competed at a high level while emphasizing character, accountability, and excellence both on and off the field. Known for his offensive insight and ability to develop quarterbacks and skill-position players, Coffey now transitions to the professional ranks to lead the Lions’ offensive unit.

 “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Coffey to the Lions organization as our Offensive Coordinator,” said Corry Black, General Manager of the Columbus Lions. “Pierre is a proven winner, an outstanding teacher of the game, and a leader of young men. His football IQ, offensive creativity, and ability to connect with players will have an immediate impact on our organization.”

 In addition to his role with the Lions, Coffey will continue to serve as principal in Stewart County, maintaining his commitment to education and leadership while contributing his experience and expertise to the Lions organization.

 “I’m honored to join the Columbus Lions organization as Offensive Coordinator,” Coffey said. “This is an exciting opportunity to coach at the professional level while remaining rooted in a community that means a great deal to me. I’m looking forward to getting to work and helping the organization compete at a high level.”

The Columbus Lions are one of the longest standing arena football teams in the United States, leading the sports as one of the winningest teams with over 17 playoff appearances and five league championship victories. 

ABOUT THE COLUMBUS LIONS
Founded in 2007, the Columbus Lions football team is a leader in local sports entertainment, they play all their home games in “The Jungle” formally known as Columbus Civic Center. The Lions organization operates with excellence on and off the field and have a heavy impact on its local community for decades as popular advocates and role models in the Columbus, Georgia area and it’s surrounding communities. If you have any interest in joining the award-winning franchise, visit columbuslions.net