Susquehanna University names Chris Pincince new football coach

Pincince replaces Tom Perkovich, who led the River Hawks to the NCAA playoffs over the past four seasons.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Susquehanna University has named Chris Pincince as its new head football coach, replacing Tom Perkovich who was hired by the University of Albany after leading the River Hawks to the NCAA playoffs over the past four seasons.

Why it matters

This coaching change comes after a successful period for the Susquehanna football program, which made the NCAA playoffs under Perkovich's leadership. The new hire will be tasked with continuing that momentum and building on the team's recent achievements.

The details

Chris Pincince has been named the next head football coach at Susquehanna University, replacing Tom Perkovich who was hired at the University of Albany. Perkovich led the River Hawks to the NCAA playoffs over the past four seasons before departing for the new opportunity.

  • Pincince was named the new Susquehanna football coach on February 18, 2026.
  • Perkovich led the River Hawks to the NCAA playoffs over the past four seasons before being hired by the University of Albany.

The players

Chris Pincince

The new head football coach at Susquehanna University.

Tom Perkovich

The former head football coach at Susquehanna University, who led the River Hawks to the NCAA playoffs over the past four seasons before being hired by the University of Albany.

Susquehanna University

A private liberal arts university located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania.

University of Albany

A public research university located in Albany, New York.

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What’s next

Pincince will begin preparing for his first season as Susquehanna's head football coach, with the goal of continuing the team's recent success and playoff appearances.

The takeaway

This coaching change represents a transition for the Susquehanna football program, as it looks to build on its recent achievements under new leadership. The university will be hoping Pincince can maintain the team's momentum and competitiveness in the coming seasons.