In our sport; there’s always a need and search for great helpers. Finding a great helper in the back end can be even more challenging. Over the years, Marcus Hampton has made a name for himself as being one of the best out there. He definitely lived up to his reputation at the 2023 AWDF Nationals.

Marcus Hamptonam is a National level helper, and since 2000, has worked almost 50 national and world level events. It’s easy to see why he is a preferred pick after watching him for just a few minutes. One thing you cannot teach in any sport is heart. Marcus Hampton definitely has the heart to be at the top of our sport.

When he’s not helping at national level dog trials, he can be found at home training dogs. Hampton is the head trainer/owner of Hampton’s K9. He has quite a collection of videos and pictures to help with training. Hampton also breeds and sells different breeds of dogs.

While working the 2023 AWDF Nationals, Hampton made the play of the day!  When one of the  dogs veered toward the judges during the long bite exercise; Hampton ran between the judge and the dog.  Although Hampton writes it off as just another day of helper work; anyone who knows this sport knows this is no small feat.  Without his quick thinking and reaction; a much worse situation could have taken place.