2003
Defensive player
of the year.
A milestone in a professional playing career spanning the NFL, NFL Europe, AFL and CFL.
The person behind Coach SWAAGThe people’s
The people’s
champ.
A professional career. A personal commitment to developing others.
Kahlil CarterA life
A life
in the game.
Kahlil Carter is a former professional athlete, football coach, defensive specialist and life coach. His playing career took him through the NFL, NFL Europe, AFL and CFL, earning four All-League honors.
As an author and mentor, he brings that experience into conversations about life beyond the field.
From experience to impactCoaching.
Coaching.
Developing people.
His coaching experience includes the Montreal Alouettes and Calgary Stampeders, alongside college and high school teams. His published biography credits him with mentoring 21 All-League players over 12 years.
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2003
Defensive player
of the year.
A milestone in a professional playing career spanning the NFL, NFL Europe, AFL and CFL.
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Defensive player
2005
Second-Team
All-Arena.
Recognized as a Nashville Kats defensive specialist after a season with seven interceptions and 70 tackles.
2007
All-Anniversary
recognition.
Named to the AFL’s All-Anniversary Team.
2011–2012
Championship
chapters.
Championship success as his coaching journey developed.
2015–17
The CFL
finals.
Coaching experience on the road to consecutive CFL finals.
2019
Another
title game.
A championship-game appearance with Valley High School.
BEYOND
The work
continues.
Coaching, authorship and mentorship through Coach SWAAG.
From the people who know the work
“Kahlil is a tremendous football coach. Anytime we can tap into his knowledge of the game we don't hesitate. Kahlil has an uncommon ability to teach the game and relate to players on a personal level. Our coaches enjoy working with Kahlil and our players love him.”
— Head Coach Gary Swenson
