HOUSTON - A historic milestone in football for Shannon Harris! The interim head coach of the DC Defenders, became the first HBCU alum to coach a professional football team to a league championship ...

Shannon Harris took over the Defenders six days before the 2025 UFL season. His success in the role hasn't surprised his long-time mentor, Fred Kaiss.

Shannon Harris set an historic milestone as the DC Defenders defeated the Michigan Panthers in the 2025 UFL Championship. Kyle T. Mosley | Jun 15, 2025 ...

More Than a Trophy Harris didn’t just win. He made history. He became the first HBCU alumnus to coach a pro team to a professional title. His efforts earned him the 2025 UFL Buddy Teevens Coach ...

On June 14, as the final whistle blew in the UFL championship game, DC Defenders head coach Shannon Harris made it into the history books—becoming the first HBCU alumnus to win a professional ...

Shannon Harris took over the Defenders six days before the 2025 UFL season. His success in the role hasn't surprised his long-time mentor, Fred Kaiss.

Jun 14, 2025; St. Louis, MO, USA; DC Defenders head coach Shannon Harris takes the field ahead of the 2025 UFL Championship against the Michigan Panthers at The Dome at America’s Center.

Where Harris lands will be one of the top storylines to keep an eye on this offseason. Here’s a look at the other big themes from Saturday's title game and the 2025 UFL season overall.

Why Shannon Harris was 'the guy' to take over UFL's Defenders Kaiss has been witness to Harris' growth throughout their 19-year history together. The 66-year-old used to view himself as the mentor to ...

Shannon Harris is doing what few in football have ever done. He’s shaping future pros at TSU while leading champions in D.C. And in both locker rooms, he’s building something bigger than a season.