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Coastal Carolina Hires Ryan Beard as New Head Coach

12/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Coastal Carolina University hired Ryan Beard as its head football coach, replacing Tim Beck after a 6-6 season.
Beard, 36, led Missouri State to a 19-16 record, including a 7-5 first FBS season and a December 18 Xbox Bowl invitation.
Coastal Carolina's athletic director Chance Miller praised Beard's energy and his ability to elevate teams.
Beard expressed excitement about joining Coastal Carolina and its reputation and potential for future success.

History

Historical Context

Coastal Carolina University's football program began in 2003, achieving notable success, including a share of the Sun Belt championship in 2020. The team transitioned to the Football Bowl Subdivision in 2017 and has won seven Big South Conference titles. Following a 6-6 season, the hiring of Ryan Beard aims to revitalize the program, building on his previous 19-16 record at Missouri State.

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Story summary

Coastal Carolina University hired Ryan Beard as its head football coach, replacing Tim Beck after a 6-6 season.
Beard, 36, led Missouri State to a 19-16 record, including a 7-5 first FBS season and a December 18 Xbox Bowl invitation.
Coastal Carolina's athletic director Chance Miller praised Beard's energy and his ability to elevate teams.
Beard expressed excitement about joining Coastal Carolina and its reputation and potential for future success.

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