News Summary
Kelvin Bolden, former football recruiting coordinator at Ole Miss, is now the Assistant General Manager for LSU’s football staff. His appointment reflects LSU’s efforts to improve its program under Brian Kelly. Bolden has been pivotal in Ole Miss’s recruitment success, securing top talent and enhancing competitiveness. He brings experience from UCF and Florida, as well as a notable playing career. His move marks a trend of LSU hiring from rival Ole Miss as both teams prepare for upcoming recruiting challenges.
Baton Rouge, LA – Ole Miss football recruiting coordinator Kelvin Bolden is set to join LSU as the new Assistant General Manager for the Tigers’ football staff after spending three years with Lane Kiffin’s team. The hiring decision is part of Brian Kelly’s broader initiative to strengthen LSU’s football program.
Bolden’s appointment was confirmed by various reports circulating within the college football community, highlighting his significant contributions during his tenure at Ole Miss. He played a crucial role in securing top 20 recruiting classes, making him an essential asset for the program.
While with Ole Miss, Bolden was particularly instrumental in attracting several standout Mississippi players, including Suntarine Perkins, Ayden Williams, Kam Franklin, and Caleb Cunningham. His expertise in recruitment helped bolster the team’s roster and competitiveness.
Prior to his time at Ole Miss, Kelvin Bolden held positions at the University of Central Florida (UCF) as Director of Recruiting Relations and with the University of Florida as assistant director of player personnel in 2021. He also gained experience as a Graduate Assistant in the wide receivers room at the University of Arkansas between 2018 and 2019. His diverse experience in recruiting and player development has poised him for success in his new role at LSU.
Kelvin Bolden, who hails from Ocean Springs, Mississippi, will be relocating approximately two hours west to Baton Rouge. At LSU, he will collaborate with Austin Thomas, the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Football Administration, who previously served as the General Manager at Ole Miss. This new partnership is anticipated to further enhance LSU’s football operations.
Bolden’s transition to LSU marks the fourth time in 18 months that the Tigers have hired personnel from Ole Miss. Previous Ole Miss staff members who have joined LSU include Preston Tiffany and Jai Choudhary. This trend underscores LSU’s strategic focus on tapping into talent from rival programs to fortify its football staff.
As signing day for the 2026 recruiting class approaches, Ole Miss now faces the urgent task of finding a suitable replacement for Bolden. The university’s sports community is encouraged to remain vigilant and keep up with updates regarding the search for a new recruiting coordinator. Notably, the communication surrounding these developments can be tracked through local media sources.
During his playing career at Southern Miss, Bolden established himself as a prominent receiver, achieving 104 career catches for 1,393 yards and 13 touchdowns. His achievements have been recognized with his induction into the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Hall of Fame, highlighting a successful trajectory in both playing and coaching roles.
As Kelvin Bolden embarks on this new chapter of his career at LSU, his recruiting acumen is expected to have a significant impact on the Tigers’ future success. The Ole Miss community, while experiencing a significant shift in its recruiting landscape, is eager to see how the next coach will build upon the foundation Bolden helped establish.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: LSU Football
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