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35 Plus Campaign

Blue Death Letterman 35 Plus

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By making a contribution to the Blue Death Letterman 35 Plus Campaign you automatically become a member of the Aggie Athletic Foundation (AAF) at the giving level that corresponds with your donation. If you are already an AAF member, this donation will add to your commitment level. Your support not only honors the legacy of Coach Bill Hayes and the historic 1991 Aggie football team, but it also directly strengthens the future of North Carolina A&T Aggies Football and Aggie Athletics as a whole. As an Aggie Athletic Foundation member, you will receive the benefits associated with your contribution level—connecting you to a community of dedicated supporters who are committed to advancing scholarships, enhancing athletic facilities, and empowering the next generation of Aggie student-athletes. Your gift becomes part of a lasting legacy that celebrates the past while investing in the future of Aggie excellence.

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William “Bill” Hayes is a distinguished college football coach who led the North Carolina A&T Aggies from 1988 to 2002, compiling a 106-64 record. He went on to win Black College National Championships in 1990 & 1999. Bill Hayes compiled 3 MEAC titles, and 2 MEAC coach of the year Honors. Hayes also led the Aggies to their first Black College National Championship Bowl appearance in 1991 “Heritage Bowl” and Two FCS appearances in 1992 and 1999.

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“Program Turnaround & Winning Culture”

Under the leadership of William “Bill” Hayes from 1988 to 2002, the North Carolina A&T Aggies football program experienced one of the most transformative and successful eras in its history. Coach Hayes established a disciplined, defense-driven culture that elevated the Aggies into a consistent powerhouse within the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), highlighted by multiple conference championships, including a standout title in 1999. Beyond conference success, his teams earned national recognition with appearances in the NCAA Division I-AA (FCS) playoffs, solidifying A&T’s reputation among the top HBCU football programs in the country. Hayes ultimately became the winningest coach in program history at the time of his retirement, leaving behind a legacy defined not only by victories, but by the strong foundation he built—one that continues to shape the excellence, pride, and competitive standard of Aggie football today.

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