February 27, 2019 - Howard University Athletics shared the recent announcement of former Howard University quarterback and coach, Pep Hamilton, as the new general manager and head coach of XFL DC.

Hamilton began his football career as a quarterback for Howard University where he subsequently received his first job as a quarterback's coach. Since then, Hamilton has coached at Stanford University and most recently at the University of Michigan. Hamilton has held professional coaching positions with several NFL teams, including the Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears.

This is the first head coach position for Hamilton. The District, however, is familiar ground. "I grew up in Charlotte and I identified some of the most important things in my life when I arrived to DC and attended Howard University," he stated. It's a full circle moment for Hamilton as he returns to the city of his alma mater. 

His hiring has receiving positive feedback online.

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During his press conference, former teammates were present including Jay Walker and David Sierra. Howard's current head football coach, Ron Prince and Athletic Director, Kery Davis were also in attendance. 

About Howard University Athletics

The Howard University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 19 NCAA Division I men and women varsity sports. The programs represent six conferences: the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), Coastal Collegiate Swimming Association (CCSA), Sun Belt Conference, Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) and Atlantic Sun (ASUN) Conference. Visit www.hubison.com to learn more.