Lane College has officially appointed Stanley Conner as its new head football coach. With an impressive 30-year coaching career, Conner is poised to lead the team into a new era of competitiveness and success.

An official press conference held on Feb. 6 in Kirkendoll Hall introduced Conner to the Lane community, where he expressed his excitement about this new opportunity after eight impactful seasons as the running backs coach and recruiting coordinator at Miles College. There, he contributed to three SIAC Championships. 

His extensive coaching experience includes former head coaching roles at Benedict College and Concordia-Alabama and pivotal positions at Alabama A&M and Alabama State. He led those teams to numerous SWAC Eastern Division Championships. Conner’s deep connections within Southern football are bolstered by his background as a former player at Jackson State University.

“Stanley Conner is a proven winner, and his depth of experience will be an invaluable asset to our football program,” said Derrick Burroughs, director of athletics at Lane College. Burroughs expressed enthusiasm about Conner’s leadership style and commitment to developing student-athletes on and off the field, aligning with the college’s mission to foster a disciplined and competitive environment.

Elevating the Dragons

During the press conference, Conner shared his vision for the future of Lane College football. “I am excited for the opportunity to lead the Lane College football program. I look forward to building a winning culture and mentoring young men to succeed both on the field and in life,” he said.

Conner, his wife, and their two daughters are eager to immerse themselves in the Lane College community, signaling a fresh start for the football program. 

This article sources information from Lane College.