Larry Elder
Coach
Defensive Back Specialist
6’0” | 205 lbs | Valdosta State University
Highlights & Accolades:
- Cliff Harris Award Finalist (Top Small College Defensive Player)
- First Team All-American (DB)
- Gulf South Conference (GSC) Defensive Player of the Year
- First Team All-Region
- First Team All-GSC
Coach Larry Elder brings elite-level experience and production to the Nike Football Camp as a Defensive Training Specialist. A standout defensive back at Valdosta State, Elder helped lead the Blazers to the NCAA Division II Championship game while posting one of the most dominant seasons in school history.
The Richmond, Virginia native finished his senior season with a team-high 107 total tackles, including 11 tackles for loss, four forced fumbles (ranking 4th nationally), and 3.5 sacks, along with an interception and a fumble recovery.
His leadership and game-changing play earned him national recognition, including being named a finalist for the prestigious Cliff Harris Award, which honors the top defensive player across all Division II, III, and NAIA programs.
Now coaching the next generation, Coach Elder brings championship-level insight, technical detail, and relentless energy to every session. Whether you’re refining technique or learning to dominate on defense, you’ll benefit from his proven experience and passion for the game.