It appears Hampton University brass has seen enough to hand over the reigns of its football program.
Trent Boykin, currently the interim head coach at the CAA school, will be named the program’s next head coach. That news came from the football program’s Twitter/X account on Tuesday night.
Boykin has led the team to a 3-3 record over his six-game tenure as the interim head coach. He was installed in that position this summer when former head coach Robert Prunty parted ways with the program.
Trent Boykin joined the Pirate staff in 2020 after serving as running game coordinator at Akron of the Mid-American Conference from 2012-18. A Jim Tressell disciple, Boykin, a veteran of 28 years of collegiate coaching experience including 10 years on the FBS level at Akron, Boston College, and Ball State.
Coaching Experience
Interim Head Coach – Hampton University
2024 – Present
- Leading the football program as the interim head coach, stepping in during the 2024 season.
Assistant Coach – Hampton University
2020 – 2024
- Served as a key member of the coaching staff, contributing to player development and game planning.
- Focused on recruiting and mentoring both offensive and defensive units.
Assistant Coach – University of Akron
2012 – 2018
- Played a vital role in the Zips’ coaching staff, specializing in offensive or defensive responsibilities, depending on team needs.
- Helped improve player performance and team strategy over a six-year span.
Assistant Coach – Wayne State University (Michigan)
2011
- Assisted in developing game strategies and coaching players at Wayne State, focusing on team progress.
Assistant Coach – Lambuth University
2010
- Contributed to the overall development of the team in a transitional coaching role.
Head Coach – Lane College
2008 – 2009
- Led the Lane College Dragons as head coach, overseeing all aspects of the football program.
- Focused on team rebuilding and program management, handling recruitment and player development.
Assistant Head Coach – Kentucky State University
2005 – 2007
- Worked closely with the head coach in developing game strategies and managing team operations.
- Played a significant role in player development and recruitment.
Assistant Coach – Ball State University
2003 – 2004
- Assisted with team operations and contributed to both player development and team performance.
Assistant Coach – Youngstown State University
2000 – 2002
- Returned to his alma mater to help in coaching responsibilities, focusing on player development and tactical approaches.
Assistant Coach – Tiffin University
1999
- Provided coaching support to the team, helping with player training and strategic implementation.
Assistant Coach – Boston College
1998
- Played a role in the coaching staff for the Boston College Eagles, focusing on team performance enhancement.
Assistant Coach – University of Akron
1996 – 1997
- Began his coaching career as an assistant at Akron, gaining foundational coaching experience and contributing to team dynamics.
Education
- Youngstown State University – Bachelor of Arts, 1995