HAMPTON, VA- The Hampton University 2022 football schedule is set, highlighted by a six-game home schedule lineup featuring opponents Howard, Tuskegee, University of Maine, University of Richmond, William and Mary, and Elon. 

"Our players, coaches, fans, and alumni will all be excited for this schedule as the reality of competing in the CAA is one step closer to happening," said head coach Robert Prunty.

This season marks Hampton's inaugural year in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), effective July 1.

The Pirates will kick off the 2022 football season at Home in Armstrong Stadium on September 3 at 6 pm against long-time rivals Howard University (MEAC). HU's overall record versus the Howard University Bison dating back to 1988 is 18-4 Hampton. However, in their last meeting coined the Battle of the Real HU, Hampton came out on top 42-38.

"Hampton is excited to play an exciting non-conference schedule and begin this new chapter with the CAA," said President William R. Harvey. "The geographical footprint of the conference sets us up for some great home matchups and road games to foster the support of our alumni fan base across the northeast regions."

September 10 Hampton will face the Golden Tigers of Tuskegee (SIAC) at Home; the game is slated for a 6 pm kick-off. Hampton and Tuskegee have met thirty times, ranging from 1907 to the most recent meeting back in 2003. The Pirates claimed the last win with a 53-0 shutout, but Tuskegee leads the series 16-13.

Next up is another highly anticipated rivalry game for the ages as HU faces Norfolk State (MEAC) in the Battle of the Bay. The Pirates will travel to Norfolk to take on the Spartans at Dick Price Stadium. HU and NSU have faced each other 53 times on the gridiron; this year's winner will take the victory and claim the series lead. The series is tied at 26-26. Last season the Pirates suffered a 47-44 loss in overtime.

"We are very excited about the non-conference schedule," said sophomore Brandon Hardy (Vanceboro, NC). This will make us better and help us prepare for the competition that's coming up in the following weeks after that."



Tailgating spots can be purchased and reserved by visiting www.hamptonpirates.com and clicking on the non-conference schedule graphic. 

Conference play kicks off in Week 4 as the Pirates take a road trip up to the University of Delaware to take on the Blue Hens in their first CAA conference contest.

Hampton will have a bye week in Week 5; no contest will be played on October 1.

The Pirates jump right back into action on October 8^, hosting the University of Maine in Armstrong Stadium.

October 15^, HU travels up north to Albany, NY, where they will face the Great Danes of the University of Albany.

Save the Date HU, October 22 will be Hampton University's Homecoming, as the Pirates take on the University of Richmond. Make sure to reserve your tailgating spots, purchase your tickets, and bring your family and friends out to support the Pirates for a game day full of excitement at your Home by the sea.

In-between those home games, the Pirates wrap up the month of October on the road at Villanova on October 29. 

Hampton will host another fellow state of Virginia conference team in William and Mary on November 5. 

November 12^, the Pirates will host Elon for Senior Day and the final home game of the 2022 football season. 

The regular season will conclude on November 19 as the Pirates take on Towson in Towson, MD.

For more information about Hampton University athletics, please contact the Office of Sports Information at 757-727-5757 or visit the official Pirates website at www.hamptonpirates.com