The Erie Express are proud to announce the return of Head Coach Mark Pilling for the 2021 season. Mark begins his tenth season with the Erie Express and will also act as our Director of Player Personnel. Mark compiled an impressive record including 53 wins, 7 playoff appearances, 1 championship and has had over 60 pro contracts signed by Express players.
Prior to coaching in Erie, Mark was the Head Coach of the Jamestown Chiefs (Jamestown, NY). While in Jamestown Mark led the Chiefs to the NFA Championship game and earned NFA Coach of the Year honors in doing so. Mark brings with him over 26 years of coaching experience.
"We are very happy to have Mark back on board full time again. He is 100% committed to this team and community and wants to bring another championship home to Erie. We are blessed to have him on board with us and know he will contribute greatly to our championship run in 2020"-Director of Operations Paul Pennington.