John Carroll University football is making program history with the hiring of Felicia Teeter as its first female coach.

The University announced on Tuesday morning that Teeter will serve as the running backs coach for the Blue Streaks.

“I’m so excited to be here," said Teeter. "The legacy and tradition of this program, the players and coaches in this program are great. On every level, I’m so excited for this opportunity. I always tell people that it doesn’t matter how old you are, you want to feel inspired. When I talked to Coach Polian, I was inspired. What an opportunity to work around people who inspire you all the time. To be part of an organization like this is going to be incredible. The couple days I’ve gotten to spend around the team, I’m already excited.”

The hire comes during a period of transition for the Blue Streaks. Earlier this year, John Carroll announced that athletic director Brian Polian was named the program’s 21st head football coach.

"We are very excited to welcome Coach Teeter into the John Carroll football program," said Polian. "We spoke to a number of different candidates and Felicia distinguished herself immediately. Her military and work experience make her a very unique candidate in regard to leadership, team-building and culture. Her football acumen is excellent and I have no doubt she will continue to develop our running backs, both on and off the field. We set out to hire a great football coach and we achieved that goal with the addition of Felicia Teeter."

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