HAMPTON, Va. (April 18, 2026) … Hampton University concluded its spring football drills with the annual Spring Showcase at Armstrong Stadium on April 18. Fans had their first chance to see the new-look Pirates in action.
 
First-year head coach Van Malone, who spent the last seven years as the assistant head coach at Kansas State, has revamped the roster with no fewer than 32 newcomers. Seven starters from the 2025 squad return as do four on defense.
 
There were plenty of activities off-the-field, as well. Food trucks were on hand giving fans a number of eating options. In addition to giveaways, players signed autographs and mingled with fans following the conclusion of practice.
 
Season ticket reserved seating is available for $250 and general admission season tickets are priced at $150. Active military season tickets are $75 with identification and Hampton University Faculty/Staff season tickets are $70.
 
You may purchase season tickets at hamptonpirates.com/tickets, by phone (757-728-6832) or in person at the Convocation Center Ticket Office during office hours.
 
For parking information contact the ticket office (757-728-6832).
 
2026 HAMPTON PIRATES FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
(Home games in bold)
Aug. 29 — VIRGINIA-LYNCHBURG, 6 pm
Sept. 5 — at Maryland, TBA
Sept. 12 — BRYANT, 6 pm
Sept. 19 — at Norfolk State, TBA
Sept. 26 — CAMPBELL, 6 pm
Oct. 3 — HOWARD (Washington, D.C.)* TBA
Oct. 17 — at Sacred Heart, 12 pm
Oct. 24 — MONMOUTH (Homecoming), 2 pm
Oct. 31 — at Towson, 1 pm
Nov. 7 — at Elon, 2 pm
Nov. 14 — NORTH CAROLINA A&T, 1 pm
Nov. 21 — at Stony Brook, 12 pm
*-Audi Field, Washington, D.C.