Howard University head football coach placed on administrative leave
WASHINGTON , DC - AUGUST 20: Howard University Ron Prince watches his players take the field as the Bison get ready for practice on August 20, 2019. The team's starting quarterback, Caylin Newton, is the brother of NFL quarterback Cam Newton. (Photo
WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - Howard University has placed its head football coach on leave as the school completes an internal investigation into allegations involving concerns about the football program. The allegations in question include verbal abuse.
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Head Football Coach Ron Prince was placed on administrative leave effective immediately, according to a statement released Wednesday by Howard's Athletic Director Kerry Davis.
"Howard University is committed to ensuring our athletic programs reflect Howard's core mission and values and to ensuring the well-being and success of all student athletes," said Davis.
Howard's Director of Football Relations Aaron Kelton will serve as interim coach until further notice, Davis says.
Read the statement in full below:
"Howard University is committed to completing our internal investigation of the allegations involving concerns about the football program. As a result of our continuing investigation, the University has decided to place Head Football Coach Ron Prince on administrative leave effective immediately. Director of Football Operations Aaron Kelton will serve as the interim coach until further notice. Howard University is committed to ensuring our athletic programs reflect Howard's core mission and values and to ensuring the well-being and success of all student athletes."