Steven Aycock as the Assistant AD for Football Operations/Chief Staff enter his first season on the South Carolina State Football Coaching Staff.
Aycock joins the Bulldog coaching staff after spending the past three season as the Director of Football Operations at Tennessee State University.
"I've known Steven for over 30 years and I'm happy to finally get a chance to collaborate with him," noted Berry." He is extremely professional; proficient & organized & he is also an exceptional relationship builder. He fits our culture, and I could not be more excited to add him to our staff."
Aycock brings a strong background in football management and coaching. Previously with The Carolina Panthers as the Assistant Special Assistant to the Head Coach. Aycock assisted with daily football office operations and served as a point of contact for program operations, coordinating meetings with coaching staff, team doctors, and athletic trainers.
Before joining The Carolina Panthers, Aycock was the Deputy Commissioner for the City of Atlanta Parks and Recreation, overseeing city recreational centers, establishing long-term operating strategies and leadership culture.
Aycock's coaching experience includes being the head coach at Johnson C. Smith University. During his tenure, the Golden Bulls went 25-36, but along the way, had a couple of successful seasons. As part of the JCSU football coaching staff for six seasons, he previously supervised football operations, recruiting, and coached the offensive line. Before taking over as head coach Aycock would serve as offensive line coach
and recruiting coordinator (2005-08) for the Golden Bulls.
Having over 15 years of coaching experience as an assistant and offensive lineman coach, Aycock brings enthusiasm, passion, and a thorough understanding of football from various perspectives. A graduate of Savannah State University, he earned honors as man All-SIAC offensive lineman and Offensive Lineman of the Year. Aycock holds a B.A. in Communications from Savannah State University and is currently working on his
master's degree in organizational leadership from Pfeiffer University.
"I am thrilled to begin this new chapter at South Carolina State University, and I am excited to contribute my skills and passion to further their innovative vision," said Aycock. This is an amazing opportunity to make a meaningful
