
Veteran DIII Kicker Bringing Clutch Experience to Wake Forest
Darren Ford, a graduate transfer placekicker from Hope College (DIII), joined Wake Forest after a stellar three-year starting stint that powered an 8-2 record and MIAA runner-up finish in 2017; his battle-tested poise under pressure and proven reliability in high-stakes games make him a differentiator for the Demon Deacons' special teams[1]. No notable injury history, with a gritty, team-first intensity ideal for programs needing dependable scoring. Care because he's a low-risk, high-reward vet boosting ACC kicking depth—perfect fit for teams valuing experience over raw leg power.