North Carolina A&T State University has officially announced that Shawn Gibbs has been hired as its 23rd head football coach. Athletic Director Earl M. Hilton III shared the news on Friday, confirming Gibbs’ return to the Aggies after an impactful 11-year tenure as an assistant coach.
“It is a dream come true for me to accept the position as head football coach at North Carolina A&T State University,” Gibbs said. “My family and I are thrilled to return home to Greensboro, a community with such a special place in our hearts.
Gibbs will replace Vincent Brown, who coached the team for two seasons. An introductory press conference is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 11:30 a.m. in the Deese Ballroom of the A&T campus Student Center.
Gibbs First Stint at A&T
A native of Black Mountain, North Carolina, Gibbs brings a wealth of experience and success to the position. From 2011 to 2021, he served as North Carolina A&T’s running backs and special teams coach. Under his leadership, the Aggies won four Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference championships, with titles secured in 2014, 2015, and from 2017 to 2019. His contributions significantly enhanced the program’s reputation for developing talent, particularly in the running back position. The team picked up the nickname Running Back U for this reputation.
“We are excited for his return. A&T fans certainly have fond memories of the outstanding job he did coaching some of the best players in our school’s history while also maintaining a high level of respect from those same players. Shawn’s coaching history is very impressive,” said Earl M. Hilton III.
Gibbs’ Impact at Fort Valley State
In February 2022, Gibbs took on the challenge of head coach at Fort Valley State University. While at FVSU, he amassed an impressive record of 22-9 over three seasons and guided the Wildcats to the Florida Beach Bowl in 2023, securing a victory against Johnson C. Smith with a score of 23-10. His success included a strong 17-6 record in Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference play.
