(BOWIE, Md.) Bowie State University and Athletic Director Derek Carter officially announce the hiring of Damon Wilson as head football coach. “We're extremely happy to have a product of Bowie State return to serve this great institution and feel confident Damon will be a great fit for the overall program,” said Carter.

Wilson is no stranger to the Bulldogs program having served as the Special Teams and Running Backs coach (2007) and most recently served as Assistant Head Coach/Running Back Coach at Prairie View A&M University (2008). Prior to that, he coached three seasons as an assistant for Texas Southern University (2004-2007) and roamed the BSU Bulldogs sideline from 1999-2003, serving in several capacities including Special Team Coordinator.

Wilson played tight end for Bowie State (1997-1998), earning All-CIAA First Team honors. The Washington, DC native, received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowie State in 2000 and is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. In his spare time, Wilson enjoys working with kids, fishing and attending sporting events.

“I'm very excited about the opportunity of being the head coach of Bowie State University,” said Wilson. “It's very exciting to come back home and head your program as an alumnus”.