ELIZABETH CITY – Marcus Hilliard, the head football coach at Elizabeth City State University, announced his resignation on November 15, 2024, after three seasons with the Vikings.
Hilliard, a former ECSU player and defensive coordinator, took over the program in 2022. While he expressed gratitude for his time at the university, his tenure was marked by mixed results on the field. Hilliard led ECSU to an 8-22 record in his three seasons, including a 5-18 record in CIAA play.
In a statement, Hilliard thanked the university's faculty, staff, students, and alumni for their support. He also expressed his appreciation for the players he coached.
"As I reflect on my time at ECSU, I remember being an 18-year-old freshman with little idea of what I wanted in life," Hilliard said. "The journey here has been filled with both trials and triumphs, each one steering me closer to the coaching world. I am forever grateful for the opportunity to lead young men both on and off the field."
Hilliard's departure comes as ECSU seeks to improve its football program and achieve greater success in the future. The university will begin a search for a new head coach immediately.
Defensive coordinator David Castillo has been named interim head coach.
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