Team Information
Ground | Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium |
City | Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
Conference | Atlantic Coast, |
Nickname | Demon Deacons |
About Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football
Wake Forest Demon Deacons is the Wake Forest University football team in American Football. The team plays in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Football Bowl Series. They are members of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and Atlantic Division. The Deacons home field is Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, and the head coach is Dave Clawson.
Name of Team | Wake Forest Demon Deacons |
First season | 1888 |
Athletic director | John Currie |
Head coach | Dave Clawson |
Stadium | Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium (capacity: 31,500) |
Field surface | FieldTurf |
Location | Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
Conference | ACC |
Division | Atlantic |
Conference titles | 2 (1970, 2006) |
Division titles | 2 (2006, 2021) |
Fight song | O' Here's to Wake Forest |
Mascot | Demon Deacon |
Rivals | NC State (rivalry) |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Introduction
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team was founded in 1888, and throughout its history, the team has played as an independent team for two periods and was a member of two conferences. In particular, its record includes being independent from 1888-1935. They joined the Southern Conference as a member from 1936-1952 and then became a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference in 1953. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons won two conference championships.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football History
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football History spans over a century, beginning in 1888. Coached by W. C. Dowd and W. C. Riddick, the team secured a remarkable victory against North Carolina, marking the state's first-ever college football game.
E. Walter Sikes guided Wake Forest from 1891 to 1893, achieving a notable 6–2–1 record. In the 1920s, Hank Garrity's tenure boasted a remarkable 19–7–1 record, maintaining the highest winning percentage in Wake Forest football history.
Throughout the mid-20th century, the coaching landscape evolved, with figures like Peahead Walker leading for 14 seasons, resulting in a 77–51–6 record. Tom Rogers and Paul Amen's tenures saw varying successes and challenges, each contributing to the team's narrative.
Bill Tate, Cal Stoll, and Chuck Mills navigated Wake Forest through the 1960s and 1970s, with Stoll notably securing Wake Forest's first ACC championship in 1970.
The late 20th century saw John Mackovic's revitalization efforts, with an impressive turnaround from a 1–10 season to an 8–4 record in just one year. Al Groh and Bill Dooley continued to shape Wake Forest's football legacy, with Dooley leading the team to their first bowl victory in the 1992 Independence Bowl, culminating in a No. 25 ranking.
Despite challenges and changes in leadership, Wake Forest's football history reflects a resilient journey marked by triumphs, setbacks, and the enduring spirit of competition.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Coach
Since its beginning, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football program has been led by 32 head coaches.
Head Coach:
David Paul Clawson, is the current football head coach at Wake Forest University. He was named ACC Coach of the Year in 2021. Clawson took over in 2013, leading the team to notable successes, including three consecutive bowl wins. His strategic approach and emphasis on player development have reshaped Wake Forest's football program, earning him accolades and contract extensions.
Here is a table with names and durations of all the head coaches in the history of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football program:
Coach | Tenure |
Dave Clawson | 2014–present |
Jim Grobe | 2001–2013 |
Jim Caldwell | 1993–2000 |
Bill Dooley | 1987–1992 |
Al Groh | 1981–1986 |
John Mackovic | 1978–1980 |
Chuck Mills | 1973–1977 |
Tom Harper | 1972 |
Cal Stoll | 1969–1971 |
Bill Tate | 1964–1968 |
Bill Hildebrand | 1960–1963 |
Paul Amen | 1956–1959 |
Tom Rogers | 1951–1955 |
Peahead Walker | 1937–1950 |
Jim Weaver | 1933–1936 |
Pat Miller | 1929–1932 |
Stan Cofall | 1928 |
James A. Baldwin | 1926–1927 |
Hank Garrity | 1923–1925 |
George Levene | 1922 |
James L. White | 1920–1921 |
Harry Rabenhorst | 1918–1919 |
E. T. MacDonnell | 1917 |
G. M. Billings | 1916 |
Wilbur C. Smith | 1914–1915 |
Frank Thompson | 1911–1913 |
Reddy Rowe | 1910 |
A. T. Myers | 1909 |
A. P. Hall Jr. | 1908 |
No head coach | 1895 |
E. Walter Sikes | 1891–1893 |
W. C. Riddick | 1889 |
W. C. Dowd | 1888 |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Stadium: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium
Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, serves as the home field for the Wake Forest University Demon Deacons football team. It opened its gates in 1968 and has a seating capacity of 31,500 people. Interestingly, it holds the distinction of being the smallest football stadium in both the ACC and among all Power Five conferences when it comes to permanent seating capacity.
Initially named Groves Stadium, it underwent a renaming process in September 2007, becoming BB&T Field as part of a sponsorship agreement with BB&T, a company based in Winston-Salem. Later, due to a merger between BB&T and SunTrust, the stadium was briefly known as Truist Field at Wake Forest. However, on June 21, 2023, the stadium was renamed Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium after Allegacy partnered with Wake Forest Athletics.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Rivals
Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team’s notable rivalries are:
North Carolina
Wake Forest and North Carolina have a long-standing football rivalry. Their first game was back in 1888, and Wake Forest won with a score of 6–4. Over the years, they've played each other many times, with North Carolina holding the lead in victories.
North Carolina State
Another important rival for Wake Forest is North Carolina State. They play each other every year, and it's a big deal in college football. This rivalry has been going on since 1910, making it one of the longest continuous rivalries in NCAA history. Even though Wake Forest has had some wins, North Carolina State has been leading in the series overall.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Record and stats
Wake Forest Demon Deacons have won two conference championships in the year 1970 and 2006 in the ACC conference. They also won two Division Championships in 2006 in the ACC Atlantic division and second in 2021 in the Dave Clawson division.
Conference championships
Year | Conference | Coach | Overall record | Conf. record |
1970 | ACC | Cal Stoll | 6–5 | 5–1 |
2006 | Jim Grobe | 11–3 | 6–2 |
Division championships
Year | Division | Coach | Opponent | CG Result |
2006 | ACC Atlantic | Jim Grobe | Georgia Tech | W 9–6 |
2021 | Dave Clawson | Pittsburgh | L 21–45 |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Roster
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football roster includes players from diverse backgrounds. Each brings a unique experience to the team.
Players on the offensive side include:
No | Player Name | Position |
10 | Charlie Gilliam | QB |
12 | Mitch Griffis | QB |
3 | Troy Hoilman | QB |
15 | Michael Kern | QB |
18 | Santino Marucci | QB |
14 | Tyler Mizzell | QB |
43 | Mason Andrade | RB |
30 | Tate Carney | RB |
23 | Demond Claiborne | RB |
28 | David Egbe | RB |
6 | Justice Ellison | RB |
21 | Zach Igwebe | RB |
26 | Drew Pickett | RB |
41 | Will Towns | RB |
81 | Deuce Alexander | WR |
80 | Jahmal Banks | WR |
34 | Walker Ferguson | WR |
5 | Horatio Fields | WR |
87 | Jaydn Girard | WR |
29 | Christian Greene | WR |
11 | Donavon Greene | WR |
45 | Andrew Gregerson | WR |
8 | Wesley Grimes | WR |
35 | James Hillhouse | WR |
85 | AK Kelly | WR |
86 | Micah Mays Jr. | WR |
4 | Walker Merrill | WR |
2 | Taylor Morin | WR |
37 | Owen Pisa | WR |
84 | Nick Ragano | WR |
48 | Wesley Stroebel | WR |
88 | Ian Ver Steeg | WR |
13 | Ke'Shawn Williams | WR |
49 | Landen Baker | TE |
82 | Trey Boll | TE |
46 | Kevin Check | TE |
44 | Ryan Dupont | TE |
83 | Gavin Ellis | TE |
17 | Michael Frogge | TE |
20 | Cameron Hite | TE |
89 | Harry Lodge | TE |
60 | Uber Ajongo | OL |
50 | Kyland Armstrong | OL |
52 | Spencer Clapp | OL |
76 | Jaydon Collins | OL |
66 | Cale Doyle | OL |
71 | CJ Elmonus | OL |
78 | Christian Forbes | OL |
62 | DeVonte Gordon | OL |
54 | Matt Gulbin | OL |
75 | Derrell Johnson II | OL |
55 | Michael Jurgens | OL |
65 | Hank Lucas | OL |
68 | Devin McRae | OL |
63 | Jake Pascual | OL |
74 | Luke Petitbon | OL |
57 | Sebastien Pierre | OL |
72 | Erik Russell | OL |
77 | George Sell | OL |
70 | Nick Sharpe | OL |
79 | George Steih | OL |
73 | Zach Vaughan | OL |
On the defensive side, notable players include:
No | Player Name | Position |
96 | Claude Bragg | DL |
53 | Carter Broers | DL |
93 | Isaiah Chaney | DL |
98 | Wyatt Crespi | DL |
30 | Jasheen Davis | DL |
55 | Bryce Ganious | DL |
99 | Elijah Hall | DL |
11 | Nick Helbig | DL |
59 | Brandon Hoyle | DL |
15 | Jaylen Hudson | DL |
46 | Kerrington Lee | DL |
94 | Zach Lohavichan | DL |
58 | Matthew Lusardi | DL |
95 | Chris Marable Jr. | DL |
91 | Kevin Pointer | DL |
92 | Ka'Shawn Thomas | DL |
42 | Tyler Walton | DL |
54 | Khyler Watson | DL |
5 | Kendron Wayman | DL |
43 | Dez Williams | DL |
44 | Justin Williams | DL |
97 | Quincy Williams | DL |
26 | Quincy Bryant | LB |
39 | Aiden Hall | LB |
24 | Dylan Hazen | LB |
21 | Chase Jones | LB |
48 | Max Miller | LB |
57 | William Moy | LB |
34 | Zach Ranson | LB |
40 | Jacob Roberts | LB |
18 | Eldrick Robinson II | LB |
51 | Luke White | LB |
52 | Brooks Yurachek | LB |
45 | Nick Andersen | DB |
81 | Anthony Borriello | DB |
1 | Caelen Carson | DB |
49 | Cody Cater | DB |
9 | Chelen Garnes | DB |
12 | Jacobi Gilbert | DB |
25 | Jamare Glasker | DB |
0 | Brendon Harris | DB |
29 | Andre Hodge | DB |
80 | Zeek Jackson | DB |
10 | DaShawn Jones | DB |
37 | Christian Masterson | DB |
3 | Malik Mustapha | DB |
20 | Trent Nicholson | DB |
38 | Davaughn Patterson | DB |
41 | John Peterson III | DB |
22 | Demarcus Rankin | DB |
23 | Antonio Robinson Jr. | DB |
85 | Mark Rogalski | DB |
14 | Evan Slocum | DB |
17 | Zamari Stevenson | DB |
84 | William Tackie Jr. | DB |
35 | Rushaun Tongue | DB |
27 | Travon West | DB |
7 | AJ Williams | DB |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football Schedule
Wake Forest Demon Deacons football 2024 regular season schedule is as follows:
Date | Opponent |
Thu, Aug 29 | North Carolina A&T |
Sat, Sep 7 | Virginia |
Sat, Sep 14 | Ole Miss |
Sat, Sep 28 | Louisiana |
Sat, Oct 5 | NC State |
Sat, Oct 12 | Clemson |
Sat, Oct 19 | UConn |
Sat, Oct 26 | Stanford |
Fri, Nov 8 | California |
Sat, Nov 16 | North Carolina |
Sat, Nov 23 | Miami |
Sat, Nov 30 | Duke |
FAQ's On Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football
A. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team was established in 1888.
A. The current head coach is Dave Clawson, who has been leading the team since 2014.
A. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team has won two conference titles, in 1970 and 2006.
A. The Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium has a seating capacity of 31,500.
A. The main rivals of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team are NC State and North Carolina.