NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – Christopher Newport University Director of Athletics Kyle McMullin announced today Head Football Coach Art Link and his staff will not be retained following the completion of the 2021 season on Saturday.
 
"I am thankful for the time and energy that Coach Link and his staff have poured into coaching our students," McMullin said. "It is time to pursue new leadership for our football program. Our Community of Champions at Christopher Newport demands excellence from all of our students and staff. Our next head coach will be charged with meeting that standard and contributing to the university's championship tradition. The search will begin immediately."
 
Link has guided the program since 2017. The Captains concluded the 2021 season on Saturday with a 35-32 victory at Rowan University.
 
McMullin also announced that assistant coach Paul Crowley will serve as Interim Head Coach and will continue administrative and recruiting responsibilities until the nationwide search process is complete and a new Head Coach is in place.