Connell Maynor facts for kids
| Biographical details | |
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| Born | January 21, 1969 Fayetteville, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1987 | Winston-Salem State |
| 1989–1991 | North Carolina A&T |
| 1996 | Tampa Bay Storm |
| 1997 | New York CityHawks |
| 1998–2000 | Orlando Predators |
| 2001 | New Jersey Gladiators |
| 2002 | Carolina Cobras |
| 2002–2004 | Orlando Predators |
| 2006 | Philadelphia Soul |
| Position(s) | Quarterback |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 2000–2008 | Fayetteville State (QB) |
| 2007–2008 | Philadelphia Soul (OC) |
| 2009 | Fayetteville State (OC/QB) |
| 2010–2013 | Winston-Salem State |
| 2014–2017 | Hampton |
| 2018–2024 | Alabama A&M |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 105–63 |
| Tournaments | 6–3 (NCAA D-II playoffs) |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 3 black college national (2011–2012, 2020) 2 CIAA (2011, 2012) 1 SWAC (2020) 3 CIAA South Division (2011–2013) 1 SWAC East Division (2020) |
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| Awards | |
| 2× MEAC Offensive Player of the Year (1990–1991) 2× First-team All-MEAC (1990–1991) |
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Connell Maynor (born January 21, 1969) is a well-known American football coach and a former player. He was the head football coach at Alabama A&M University until December 2, 2024. Before that, he coached at Hampton University from 2013 to 2017. He also led the team at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) from 2010 to 2013. During his time at Winston-Salem State, his team, the Rams, won two major championships. They even made it to the championship game in 2012. Connell Maynor also played professional football in the Arena Football League (AFL) from 1996 to 2006.
Coach Maynor reached a big milestone in his career when he earned his 100th coaching win. This happened when his Alabama A&M team beat Kentucky State with a score of 49-7.
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Connell Maynor's Playing Career
Connell Maynor was a talented Quarterback during his playing days. He played college football for Winston-Salem State and North Carolina A&T. He was recognized as the MEAC Offensive Player of the Year twice.
After college, he played professionally in the Arena Football League (AFL). He played for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Storm, New York CityHawks, Orlando Predators, New Jersey Gladiators, Carolina Cobras, and Philadelphia Soul. His career as a player lasted for many years.
Coaching Journey and Successes
Connell Maynor has had a successful career as a football coach. He started as a quarterback coach at Fayetteville State. Later, he became an offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Soul in the AFL.
Leading the Winston-Salem State Rams
From 2010 to 2013, Coach Maynor was the head coach for the Winston-Salem State Rams. This was a very successful period for the team.
- In 2011, the Rams had an amazing season, winning 13 games and losing only one. They won the CIAA championship.
- In 2012, they continued their success, winning 14 games and losing only one. They won another CIAA championship. They also made it all the way to the NCAA Division II Football Championship title game.
- Under his leadership, the Rams won the CIAA South Division three times in a row (2011, 2012, 2013).
- Overall, his record at Winston-Salem State was 45 wins and only 6 losses.
Coaching the Hampton Pirates
After his time at Winston-Salem State, Coach Maynor moved to Hampton University. He coached the Hampton Pirates from 2014 to 2017. During these four seasons, he helped the team improve. His overall record at Hampton was 20 wins and 25 losses.
Time with the Alabama A&M Bulldogs
From 2018 to 2024, Connell Maynor was the head coach for the Alabama A&M Bulldogs.
- In the 2020-21 season, his team had a perfect record of 5 wins and 0 losses. They won the SWAC championship. This also earned them a Black college football national championship.
- He achieved his 100th career coaching win while at Alabama A&M.
- His overall record with Alabama A&M was 40 wins and 32 losses.
Overall Coaching Achievements
Coach Maynor has a strong coaching record with 105 wins and 63 losses across his career. He has led his teams to several important championships:
- Three black college national championships (2011, 2012, 2020).
- Two CIAA championships (2011, 2012).
- One SWAC championship (2020).
- Multiple division titles within the CIAA and SWAC conferences.
