The name “Larry Vickers” can refer to two notable individuals:
Larry Vickers, the Former U.S. Army Soldier and Firearms Expert:
Born in June 1963 in Adams Mills, Ohio, Larry Vickers is a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant renowned for his extensive service in Special Operations, including participation in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Acid Gambit.
Post-retirement, he co-founded the International Defensive Pistol Association and established Vickers Tactical, a platform offering firearms training and reviews.
He also authored the “Vickers Guide” series, detailing various firearms. In 2023, Vickers pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the illegal importation of machine guns and violations of U.S. sanctions against the Russian firearms manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern.
Larry Vickers, the Women’s Basketball Coach:
Larry Vickers is a distinguished women’s basketball coach known for his tenure at Norfolk State University, where he led the Spartans to three consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances.
In March 2025, he was appointed as the head coach of Auburn University’s women’s basketball team. His coaching career includes multiple accolades, such as earning the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Coach of the Year award and guiding players to prestigious honors, including MEAC Player of the Year and HBCU Player of the Year.