Airese Currie
Airese Currie is a former Clemson University standout wide receiver and All-American sprinter whose elite speed made him one of the ACC’s most explosive athletes. A 5th-round NFL Draft pick of the Chicago Bears in 2005, Currie later continued his professional career in the CFL with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
After football, he returned to Columbia, SC, where he dedicated himself to coaching, mentoring, and training athletes of all ages. Today, Airese is known for developing athletes both physically and mentally—helping them build character, confidence, and the competitive edge needed for life on and off the field.
Accolades
European Champion in the 100m, 200m, and 400m
European Most Outstanding Male Track & Field Athlete
South Carolina State Champion in the 100m, 200m, and 400m
4A Gatorade Track & Field Athlete of the Year
Most Outstanding Athlete at Taco Bell Track & Field Classic
Richland Northeast High School first ballot Hall of Fame
All Region & All State Football
Mr. Football Finalist
Shrine Bowl Selection
East-West All Star Game Selection
SuperPrep No. 4 wide receiver in the nation and No.21 player overall in the nation
Three-time All ACC sprinter at Clemson
All American Sprinter at Clemson
NCAA East Regional 100m Champion
First Team All ACC Football
Selected by the Chicago Bears 140th overall in the fifth round in the 2005 NFL Draft
“Your attitude determines your altitude.”
— Deion Sanders