By Becky Holland
A proud graduate of Bleckley County High School’s Class of 1982, Charlie is the father of William, 31, Chandler, 29, and Katherine Ann, 26. Today, he’s an author, public speaker, and sales consultant whose words bridge the worlds of faith, football, and humor.
Charlie’s love affair with the University of Georgia began in the stands as a four-year football letterman at BCHS. “My Daddy took me to Georgia games since I was four years old,” he recalls. “College football just became a part of me, and loving UGA was natural.” That lifelong passion for the Dawgs would eventually find its way onto the page.
Writing, Charlie insists, didn’t feel like a choice—it felt like destiny. “Writing chose me!” he says. After years of friends and fellow fans encouraging him to share his gameday prayers, Charlie finally put pen to paper following UGA’s back-to-back National Championships. The result: Pregame Prayers & Tailgate Tales: A Damn Good BullDawg’s Road to Eternal Glory, followed by Tailgate Testaments & Half Truths: The Long Road to Eternal Salvation. These books aren’t just for football fans—they’re a celebration of faith, community, and the humor that makes Southern gamedays unforgettable. Fans can find his books at retail partners across Georgia or personalized through his website, www.charlieenglish.com.
Growing up in Cochran, Charlie learned the power of small-town bonds. “The sense of family in Cochran is amazing,” he says. “Knowing everyone and them knowing you—it shapes who you become. Sometimes that’s good, sometimes it’s challenging, but it always leaves a mark.” It’s a philosophy he carries into every talk and every book he writes.
When asked what advice he would give his younger self, Charlie doesn’t hesitate. “My Daddy told me in high school, ‘The habits you establish now last you the rest of your life.’ That stuck with me. It still guides everything I do.”
Looking forward, Charlie isn’t slowing down. Between public speaking engagements and consulting, he’s working on a new project—a Southern humor book he hopes to launch in June. Whether it’s on the field, on the page, or on the stage, Charlie English continues to inspire, entertain, and remind us all that the roots of small-town life can grow into something extraordinary.
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