Who is the family of Eliah Drinkwitz?

Last Modified Dec 27, 2024 12:55 GMT
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Eliah Drinkwitz is the head coach of the Missouri Tigers, as of 2024. Drinkwitz took over the role of the head coach of the Tigers in 2020. Drinkwitz began his coaching journey at the high school level, working at Alma High School in Arkansas before moving to Springdale High School. There, he served as an offensive coordinator under Gus Malzahn. His time at Springdale was marked by offensive outputs, setting school records for total offense.

According to his roster on the official Missouri Tigers website, Drinkwitz has worked with the Auburn Tigers, the Arkansas State Red Wolves, the Boise State Broncos, North Carolina State Wolfpack, and the Appalachian State Mountaineers prior to the Missouri Tigers.

As of 2024, Drinkwitz's head coaching record is 49–25 and Bowl games record is 1–2. During his tenure as head coach, Drinkwitz has won two Championships including the 2019 Sun Belt Championship and the 2019 Sun Belt East Division Championship. He also won the SEC Coach of the Year award in 2023.

Eliah Drinkwitz family origin

Eliah Drinkwitz hails from Alma, Arkansas, where he was born on April 12, 1983. Drinkwitz's parents moved from Oklahoma to Mountainburg, Arkansas, when he was one year old and settled in Alma. Drinkwitz attended Arkansas Tech University, where he graduated with a degree in education.

Eliah Drinkwitz parents

As per The New York Times, Drinkwitz is the son of Jerry and Susie Drinkwitz.

Who is the mother of Eliah Drinkwitz?

Susie Drinkwitz is the mother of Eliah Drinkwitz. According to the NY Times, Susie Drinkwitz homeschooled Eliah and his siblings in their formative years.

Who is the father of Eliah Drinkwitz?

Jerry Drinkwitz is the father of Eliah Drinkwitz. According to the NY Times, Jerry was an all-conference running back at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and was a high school coach.

Eliah Drinkwitz sibling

Jeremy Drinkwitz is the brother of Eliah Drinkwitz. According to his LinkedIn and X profiles, Jeremy is the President of Mercy Joplin Communities. According to the official website of Mercy Joplin, Jeremy has amassed 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Eliah Drinkwitz wife

According to his official roster on the Missouri Tigers website, Lindsey Drinkwitz née Sivils is the wife of Eliah Drinkwitz. According to the NY Times, the couple met at Alma High, where Lindsey was a cheerleader at Alma High and won the Miss Alma High title.

Eliah Drinkwitz. Source: @@CoachDrinkwitz

Eliah Drinkwitz Kids

According to his official Missouri Tigers profile, Eliah and his wife Lindsey have four daughters together, Addison, Emerson, Ella, and Parker Lynn.

Eliah Drinkwitz Family. Source: @eliahdrinkwitz

FAQs on Eliah Drinkwitz

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A. Eliah Drinkwitz is the head coach of Missouri.

A. Lindsey Drinkwitz is the wife of Eliah Drinkwitz.

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