Coach Luther M. Johnson

Our Mission

At College Gridiron Experience (CGE), our mission is to provide high school student-athletes with opportunities to continue their education and athletic careers at the collegiate level.

Founded by Coach Luther “Coach” Johnson, CGE bridges the gap between talented athletes and college programs seeking the next generation of leaders on and off the field. Coach Johnson’s goal is simple yet powerful — to help as many young men as possible reach college and succeed.

All they need is a chance — and Coach Johnson is ready to help them get it.

About Coach Johnson

Coach Luther M. Johnson began his coaching journey in the 1980s under the legendary Coach Nelson Hayspell at Willingboro High School (NJ). During his nine-year tenure under Coach Hayspell, Coach Johnson mastered both offensive and defensive coaching techniques, setting the foundation for his lifelong commitment to player development.

With more than 21 years of combined coaching experience at the high school and junior college levels, Coach Johnson has mentored countless athletes. While coaching at the junior college level (JUCO) under Head Coach Calvin Thompson, he continued to refine his leadership and player-development skills.

Coach Johnson is a proud member of the New Jersey Football Coaches Association (NJFCA) and currently serves as a Trustee for the Phil Simms North/South Annual Football Classic.

He has also spent over 14 years coaching with the Offense-Defense Summer Football Camp, helping athletes in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, and Florida. His experience extends to working with NATS Testing Camps, NFL HSPD and JPD Camps, and Glazier Football Clinics, giving him a broad network of exposure opportunities for young players.

The Vision Behind College Gridiron Experience

The inspiration for College Gridiron Experience came from Coach Johnson’s active involvement with the Phil Simms North/South Annual Football Classic, which showcases top high school athletes from across New Jersey.

After seeing firsthand how many talented players simply needed more visibility, Coach Johnson set out to build a program that highlights athletes who want to play college football — especially those interested in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Through strategic connections and outreach, CGE helps players gain exposure to conferences such as the Patriot League, CAA, NEC, NE-10, and PSAC, all of which offer strong educational and athletic opportunities at the Division I and Division II levels.

Contact Information

Coach Luther M. Johnson

Founder & President, College Gridiron Experience

CoachJohnson@collegegridironexperience.com

www.collegegridironexperience.com

(201) 401-0683