Hampton shuts out VU Lynchburg 45-0 in Van Malone's debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 4:03 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Hampton University opened the Van Malone Era with a dominant 45-0 victory over Virginia University-Lynchburg at Darling Stadium on August 29, 2026. This shutout marks Hampton's first in 88 games and a snapped six-game losing streak. The Pirates showcased strong defensive play, allowing only 220 yards and forcing three turnovers while amassing 476 yards of offense. Key performances included quarterback Jalen Woods with three touchdown passes and running back Amari Pryear, who rushed for 132 yards. Hampton will next face Maryland in College Park on September 5, 2026, marking their first game against a Power 4 opponent.
- •Hampton scored 45 points, leading to a shutout against VU Lynchburg.
- •Jalen Woods threw three touchdown passes for Hampton.
- •Amari Pryear rushed for 132 yards on eight carries.
- •Hampton's defense recorded nine tackles for loss and three turnovers.
- •The Pirates will face Maryland next on September 5, 2026.
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Hampton blows VU Lynchburg out to open Van Malone era
"HAMPTON, Va. (August 29, 2026) (COURTESY OF HAMPTON ATHLETICS) … The Coach Van Malone Era at Hampton University (1-0) got off to a rousing start as the Pirates whitewashed visiting Virginia University-Lynchburg (0-1) 45-0 before an enthusiastic crowd of 5,173 at Darling Stadium. The shutout was the first in 88 games for the Pirates dating back to […]
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