Calvin Randall, III enters the upcoming season as the Recruiting Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach, bringing over two decades of coaching experience across both sides of the ball.
Randall began his coaching career in 2000 as a student assistant defensive line coach at Winston-Salem State University, helping lead the Rams to a CIAA Championship. In 2001, he transitioned to coaching outside linebackers, mentoring one All-CIAA selection and one All-American.
He continued his coaching journey at Delta State University as a Graduate Assistant, working with linebackers in 2002 and defensive backs in 2003. That year, the Statesmen posted a 9-2 record and finished ranked 16th nationally in NCAA Division II.
In 2004, Randall joined Virginia Union University as the defensive backs coach, helping the Panthers achieve a top-15 national ranking in total defense. He was promoted to Defensive Coordinator in 2005 before switching to the offensive side in 2006 to coach wide receivers. Under his guidance, the Panthers’ offense flourished, ranking among the CIAA’s best in multiple categories and capturing the CIAA Eastern Division title in 2007.
Randall was elevated to Offensive Coordinator in 2008, leading an offense that ranked first in the CIAA in rushing and third in total offense. He was named Assistant Head Coach and Wide Receivers Coach in 2009, helping guide the team to a share of the CIAA Eastern Division Championship.
A highly respected recruiter, Randall served as Virginia Union’s Recruiting Coordinator from 2011 to 2012, playing a pivotal role in assembling several strong recruiting classes. He was also selected to participate in the prestigious NCAA/NFL Coaches Academy in 2012.
Randall earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Winston-Salem State University in 2002 and is currently pursuing a Master of Education in History Education from Delta State University. He is a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated.
