Bio

Drew Gallardy is entering his fourth year, and third season, overseeing the defense for the Pioneers.

In 2022, Alfred State was the stingiest Red Zone defense in the Eastern Collegiate Football Conference. Seven Pioneer defenders were recognized as all-conference selections.

In 2021, the Pioneers topped the statistical charts in points allowed during ECFC competition. The stout defense played a large role in helping the Pioneers finish with a 5-1 record in conference play and a tie for first place.

Gallardy came to Alfred State after spending the eight seasons on the coaching staff at Juniata College (Huntingdon, PA). During his last two seasons at Juniata, he served as the defensive coordinator for the Eagles. In this position he coached the development of the linebackers, game planned, and handled the defensive play-calling responsibilities. He also coordinated the kick-off return team. Between 2013-20017, Gallardy was the linebacker coach and the recruiting coordinator. He also served as the video coordinator during the 2013-14 seasons. He started his collegiate coaching career at Juniata in 2012 as an assistant coach intern, coaching the outside linebackers. The 2013 Juniata team finished 7-3 and participated in an ECAC Bowl Game.

Gallardy was a four-year member of the football team at Shippensburg University, where he was a team captain as a senior. He was a 12-game starter on the offensive line for the Red Raiders' 2009 squad that won the PSAC Championship and reached the second round of the NCAA Division II playoffs. In 2009, he was the recipient of the Christopher Heilman World Cup Award given to by the Shippensburg coaching staff to a player that demonstrated leadership, both on and off the playing field, outstanding character, and perseverance.

At Shippensburg, he earned a bachelor of science degree in exercise science with a minor in coaching.

Gallardy resides in Hornell, NY with his wife Mary and sons, Elam and Abram.