Alabama State Hires Experienced HBCU Offensive Coordinator to Lead High-Powered SWAC Offense

The Alabama State Hornets have made a big splash in the SWAC coaching carousel, hiring Tony Hull as their new offensive coordinator. Hull, a familiar name in HBCU coaching circles, brings a proven track record of success to Montgomery as he looks to lead the Hornets' high-scoring offense to new heights.

Hull spent the last two seasons as the offensive coordinator at the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff (UAPB), where he helped the Golden Lions offense become one of the most productive units in the SWAC. In 2024, UAPB's offense ranked fifth in scoring and sixth in total offense in the conference, thanks in large part to the standout performances of quarterback Mekhi Hagens (2nd in SWAC in passing yards per game, 3rd in touchdown passes) and running back Christian Peters (top 5 in multiple categories).

Prior to his stint at UAPB, Hull served as the co-offensive coordinator at Grambling State under head coach Hue Jackson. He also has previous experience working with new Alabama State head coach Eddie Robinson Jr., the longest-tenured coach in the SWAC, during his time at the University of Louisiana-Monroe.

In 2025, Alabama State led the SWAC in scoring, total offense, and passing offense, while finishing second in rushing.

"Tony Hull is a fantastic addition to our coaching staff," said Head Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. "His expertise in running high-octane offenses will be invaluable as we look to take our program to new heights in the SWAC."

Why This Matters for the HBCU Community:

The hiring of Tony Hull as Alabama State's new offensive coordinator is significant for the HBCU community for several reasons. First and foremost, it represents the continued growth and development of coaching talent within the HBCU ranks. Hull's impressive resume and track record of success at other HBCU institutions like Grambling State and UAPB demonstrate the deep pool of experienced, qualified coaches that exist within the HBCU ecosystem.

Additionally, Hull's arrival at Alabama State, one of the SWAC's flagship programs, further solidifies the conference's reputation for producing high-powered, entertaining offenses. The Hornets' success in 2025 brought widespread attention to the SWAC's offensive firepower, and the addition of an accomplished coordinator like Hull will only serve to enhance that reputation.

Finally, the hiring of Hull represents the ongoing commitment of HBCU athletic programs to invest in and develop their coaching staffs. This not only benefits the student-athletes on the field, but also sends a strong message to the broader HBCU community about the value placed on excellence in coaching at these institutions.

Originally reported by HBCU Sports.