NEWS

DAVIDSON, N.C. – Davidson head football coach Saj Thakkar announced on Thursday the addition of five coaches who will join him for his first year on the Wildcats’ sideline.

Joining the current staff are the following:

Keegan Kennedy, Associate Head Coach / Offensive Coordinator / Offensive Line
Thakkar on Kennedy
“Keegan is an outstanding teacher and motivator. He will get his players to reach their full potential while helping our program reach new heights. I was fortunate to spend four years with Keegan at Harvard and we have a strong foundation of trust when it comes to how to coach our style of play.”

Coaching Experience
2024 – Richmond, Offensive Line / Run Game Coordinator
2019-23 – Harvard, Offensive Line / Run Game Coordinator
2016-18 – Rhode Island, Offensive Line / Run Game Coordinator
2015 – University of Central Florida, Tight Ends & H-Backs / Special Teams Coordinator
2012-15 – University of Central Florida, Graduate Assistant / Tight Ends & H-Backs / Director of Player Personnel
2011 – John Carroll, Offensive Assistant, Tight Ends

Miles Ahles, Defensive Coordinator / Linebackers
Thakkar on Ahles
“I’m thrilled that Miles will be our Defensive Coordinator. He brings a high level of knowledge and understands high-academic college football from his experiences as a player and coach. Our defense will be physical, fast, and fundamentally sound.”

Coaching Experience
2023-24 – Bentley, Defensive Coordinator / Linebackers
2017-21 – Torrey Pines (Calif.), Defensive Coordinator / Linebackers

Cam Gibson, Defensive Backs
Thakkar on Gibson
“Cam brings great energy, a high football IQ, and valuable PFL experience from his time as a player and coach. I’m excited that our defensive backs will get to learn from someone who has been in their shoes.”

Coaching Experience
2024 – Albany, Defensive Assistant
2017-23 – Marist, Special Teams Coordinator / Safeties / Defensive Assistant

Pat McGowan, Tight Ends
Thakkar on McGowan
“Pat is one of the best young coaches I have had the privilege to work with. He understands football in all three phases and is a rising star in the profession. He will build strong relationships and be a great resource for his position group.”

Coaching Experience
2023-24 – Bentley, Offensive Line
2022 – Curry College, Offensive Line
2021 – Salve Regina, Offensive Line

Brent Kasabian, Defensive Ends
Thakkar on Kasabian
“I have known Brent for over ten years as we have competed against each other at various points in our careers. He is a great schematic football coach and a great person to be around. He will help our defense play championship level football.”

Coaching Experience
2024 – Charlotte, Defensive Analyst
2019-23 – Colby, Special Teams Coordinator / Defensive Line
2017-19 – Maine Maritime Academy, Defensive Coordinator
2015-16 – Norwich University, Defensive Backs
2013-14 – Curry College, Defensive Coordinator
2012-13 – Stonehill College, Special Teams Coordinator / Secondary
2011 – Maine Maritime Academy, Intern

Additional coaching hires will be announced at a late date.