Kirk Brackelman is in his second year as a Defensive Analyst for Adrian College Football, after joining the staff in the spring of 2024. He concluded his 31 year high school coaching career as an analyst, contributing to Lenawee Christian's impressive run of three state championships over the past four years, compiling a 45-3 record.
Kirk’s coaching experience spans multiple high schools, including Sand Creek, Madison, Waldron, Camden Frontier, and Adrian Public Schools. His career highlights include serving as a High School Special Teams Coordinator, Defensive Coordinator, and Head Coach. These leadership roles have allowed him to build a well-rounded coaching resume, working with athletes at all levels from junior high to high school.
A 2001 Honors graduate of Adrian College with a degree in education, Kirk has continued his academic pursuits at Fresno Pacific University, Marygrove University, and the American College of Education, while earning a Master’s in Education. Currently, he is a dedicated teacher at Lincoln Elementary, part of the Adrian Public Schools system.
Kirk resides in Adrian with his wife, Tracey, his daughter Kiersten, who is studying at the University of South Alabama, and his son Cameron, a student at Madison Schools.
*Updated as of July 3, 2025*
