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Joe Adam Named Offensive Coordinator
ELMHURST, Ill. - Joe Adam has been named offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the Elmhurst College football team.
Adam, who served as a part-time assistant coach working with the running backs last season, spent three seasons coaching at Grand Valley State University where he was a part of two NCAA Division II Championships.
"Joe has been privileged to spend time at a place that has the blueprint for success," said Elmhurst Head Coach Tom Journell. "We are very excited about his enthusiasm, attention to detail and expectations he brings to the program."
While at Grand Valley State, Adam served one year under Brian Kelly, now head coach at the University of Cincinnati and two seasons under Chuck Martin. Adam was a part of Grand Valley's national championship teams in 2003 and 2005.
Prior to joining the Bluejays' coaching staff last season, Adam spent a year at Western Michigan University as a graduate assistant under the tutelage of Scott Shafer, the current defensive coordinator at the University of Michigan. Adam helped Western Michigan to a 7-4 record and their first bowl game in 20 years.
Adam began has coaching career at Harper Community College where he served as the defensive line coach and recruiting coordinator. During his five years at Harper, the squad made appearances in four junior college bowl games.
"Joe has already made an impact on recruiting through his Western Michigan ties," said Journell. "We're thrilled to have him as part of our coaching staff."
Adam and his wife, Lisa, reside in Chicago with their children Matt and Jessica.
Elmhurst wrapped up the 2007 season with a 6-4 overall record and a 3-4 mark (fifth place) in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW).
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