Blake Anderson

Southern Miss Head Coach Blake Anderson wore a “Christ Is King” shirt during his team workout and was later informed that a video of him wearing it had gone viral. His response was: “The whole point of wearing it was for Christ to be glorified and be noticed… I’m super grateful my bosses allow me to use my platform to share my faith.” What a powerful reminder to use every platform and opportunity to glorify Jesus Christ. "A Missionary Who Coaches Ball" Anderson, who took over as the program's 24th head coach, has long been open about his Christian faith. In a profile by the Hattiesburg American, he shared that he starts every morning by reading the Bible—specifically the Book of Acts—to center his temperament. He has stated that he views himself not strictly as a football coach, but rather as a "missionary who coaches ball," utilizing his career as a vehicle to support his players and find life balance.