Coach Lenn Royal is the Defensive Coordinator for S.F.A. and a leader of men.  Born in Florida, Coach Royal was raised in Savannah Georgia where he was an outstanding football player at A.E. Beach High School.  After he graduated, Coach Royal attended well known and historical Grambling State University.  Coach Royal decided to take his athletic talents to the United States Airforce where he was a dominant player for United States Airforce Europe, and United States Airforce Pacific. During his football career in the Airforce, Coach Royal was recognized as Defensive MVP, was a prolific All-Star and won the highly touted Pacific Championship. In addition to a successful football career, Coach Royal was also an outstanding Basketball player.

 

After his tenure in the military, Coach Royal decided to return home to dedicate his time and effort into giving back to the community. Leaning on his previous success as a leader, a champion and MVP of defense, coach instantly became a highly respected Defensive Coordinator for youth football.  His experience has enabled him to win many League Championships as well as National Championships.  Coach Royal has personally trained many D1 Athletes, two of which were top 10 NFL Draft picks.

 

Coach Royal is now a highly respected Defensive Coordinator for High School level programs.  His emphasis on attention to detail and  coaching sound fundamentals is

what makes him such an excellent coach.  Coach Royal is nationally known for his defensive game planning. Coach Royal has coached with other great coaches including NFL coaches and coaches from top power 5 programs.  

 

 In the past 3 years, Coach Royal has been to 2 Independent State finals and his defenses have led the state in fewest points allowed and defensive scoring.  Coach Royal has also been instrumental in sending over 70 players off to colleges and universities through football scholarships. Coach Royals philosophy of  "Whoever, Whenever, Wherever...just put the ball down, is a big reason why his career has been so successful and his defenses are so tenacious.