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Southeast Missouri has named John Holt as its new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, the school announced Monday.
Holt brings extensive coaching experience, most recently serving as head coach, offensive coordinator, and quarterbacks coach at Lakewood High School in 2024. Under his leadership, Lakewood won 10 games, and his offense led the east division in scoring, averaging 35 points per game.
Before that, Holt was the offensive line coach at Georgia State University from 2022 to 2023. His offensive line allowed just 1.25 sacks per game while helping running back Marcus Carroll rush for 1,350 yards and set a school record with 13 touchdowns in a single season. Georgia State led the Sun Belt Conference in rushing in 2023, ranking 14th nationally in rushing yards and fifth in total offense.
In 2021, Holt served as offensive coordinator at Dodge City Community College, coaching quarterbacks and running backs. His offense set school records in passing touchdowns, passing yards, and total yards. Five of his players earned spots on the Kansas Jayhawk Community College All-Conference Team.
Holt also had coaching stints at Western Carolina University (2012-2020) and Appalachian State (2008-2011). At WCU, he was the associate head coach, offensive coordinator, and offensive line coach, mentoring All-Southern Conference running back Donnavan Spencer, who finished his career with 2,079 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. Holt also served as run game coordinator and director of camps and clinics during his tenure.
At Appalachian State, Holt coached tight ends and was the special teams coordinator. He played a key role in three conference championships and four NCAA Playoff appearances.
As a player, Holt was part of three national championship teams at Appalachian State. The Mountaineers won 44 of the 56 games he played. He was a team captain, an All-Southern Conference selection, and a Sports Network All-American.
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