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Gerald Peterson

  • Title
    Volunteer Assistant Coach
Coach Peterson joined the W&J football program as a volunteer assistant coach in January of 2021. He helps with the running backs. 

He assists Coach Jazwinski in coaching the offensive line. Peterson helps in teaching proper technique and analyzing player performance. Helps identify and make in-game adjustments based on the offensive line's performance. Analyzes and breaks down game and practice film to identify necessary corrections in player performance.

Peterson previously held coaching positions in the high school ranks at Springdale, Avonworth and Vincentian Academy. 

He received his bachelor's degree in Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh in December 2016. Peterson works full-time as a Business Analyst for Highmark Health.