Shawn Clark compiled a 40–24 career record as head coach at App State (2019–2024). Clark was mentored by John Smith and Danny Hope and Patrick Higgins and Paul Haynes.

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Shawn Clark

40–24 (62.5%)

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Mentors

John Smith

GA · Louisville · 2001–2002

83–73

Danny Hope

OL · Purdue · 2011–2011

33–33

Patrick Higgins

Asst. · Purdue · 2012–2012

0–1

Paul Haynes

Asst. · Kent State · 2013–2015

14–45

Head Coaching Career

School	Years	W	L	Pct	Titles
App State	2019–2024	40	24	62.5%	—
Career Total		40	24	62.5%	—