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UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER YELLOWJACKETS
Jacob Lees

Jacob Lees

10th year at UR, fifth as Defensive Coordinator in 2017.

Has seen numerous All-Liberty League players perform under his watch on the Yellowjacket sidelines.  A total of 13 defensive lineman have earned All-League recognition and 12 total defensive players since he became defensive coordinator in 2013.

Coached Chris Bickford to 1st Team All-American honors in 2011 and has had three 1st Team All-League defensive lineman (Bickford, Bill Campi and Matt Mender).

Came to the University in 2008 through the NCAA Internship Program.  Was a student assistant in 2006 then assistant with the linebackers at Buffalo State in Spring 2007.  Moved to Hamilton College as a defensive line coach for 2007 season.  Joined Utica College staff in December, 2007 as a graduate assistant.

Holds an associate’s degree from Alfred State and a bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State.