TAMU–Texarkana Names First Head Football Coach

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 5:43 AM

Texas A&M University–Texarkana has hired Joshua Eargle as head coach of its new football program.

Texas A&M University–Texarkana has hired Joshua Eargle as head coach of its new football program.

The hire marks a major step as the university prepares to recruit players and play its first season in fall 2027. The move also comes as A&M–Texarkana transitions from NAIA to NCAA Division II.

University leaders say Eargle’s more than 20 years of coaching experience will help launch a competitive program from day one.

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TAMU–Texarkana Names First Head Football Coach

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