Western Kentucky Extends Coach Tyson Helton Through 2028

Helton secures a four-year contract extension after leading the Hilltoppers to six consecutive bowl appearances and four bowl victories.

Tyson Helton has agreed to a four-year contract extension with Western Kentucky, keeping him as head coach through the 2028 season.
Helton has led the Hilltoppers to bowl games in all six of his seasons, achieving a 48-32 record and four bowl wins, the most by any coach in the program's history.
Notable achievements under Helton include a nonconference victory over Arkansas and consistent success outside of power conferences, drawing interest from other schools for head coaching positions.
Before becoming head coach at Western Kentucky, Helton held roles at Tennessee, USC, Memphis, UAB, and other programs, showcasing his extensive coaching experience.
Helton's leadership has solidified Western Kentucky's reputation as a competitive program, with the extension reflecting the school's confidence in his continued success.