Hampton job has Maynor ‘excited,’ Division I challenge awaits Pirates coach

COURTESY HAMPTON UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS

HAMPTON, Virginia  -- Connell Maynor is stepping up to Division I competition at  Hampton University.

Maynor, who left Division II Winston-Salem State last week, led the Rams for the past four years., with three CIAA championships, three NCAA Division II playoff appearances and a national runner-up title under his tenure. He replaces Donovan Rose.

Maynor, who also interviewed for the N.C. Central opening, led WSSU to a 45-6 overall record and 29-2 in the CIAA. The program had gone 1-10 the season prior to his arrival, but was in the process of return to Division II after a failed attempt at Division I reclassification.

“I am very excited about having a ...

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