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McGarity says Richt agreed to step down and will possibly still stay with UGA
Posted on 11/29/15 at 11:55 am
Posted on 11/29/15 at 11:55 am
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Coach Richt and I met Sunday morning to discuss the status of our football program, said UGA J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics Greg McGarity, and we mutually agreed that he would step down as head coach and would have the opportunity to accept other duties and responsibilities at UGA following the bowl game. I appreciate the opportunity of serving the University as well as considering any other options that may present themselves in the future, said Richt. On behalf of the University of Georgia Athletic Association and Bulldogs everywhere, I want to thank Mark and Katharyn for 15 years of remarkable service to the UGA community, hundreds of our students and staff, and to college football, McGarity continued. Mark’s record on the field was outstanding; however, his impact on college football goes well beyond the gridiron. His fingerprints are evident on shaping the lives of children, many of whom attend a Bulldog summer camp or a retreat; they are evident on the prospective student-athletes as they determine what college to attend — whether it be UGA or a competitor; they are evident on his current players, and probably even more so, on those who have lettered and are in the workplace, as fathers and husbands. For those contributions, we are sincerely appreciative. Mark has touched thousands of lives over the past 15 years — he has a huge heart and his positive influence has affected many people, young and old. We will never actually know how many people were positively impacted by a comforting phone call, a sympathetic or uplifting note, an autographed football or photo — he had the unique ability to shine a bright light on others when they needed it most. Mark has the opportunity to remain on our staff at the University of Georgia, and would be heavily involved with outreach programs for our former football lettermen via the PO Network as well as other University and Athletic Association initiatives. We wish Mark, Katharyn and his family the best as he enters a new chapter of his life. Mark Richt has been an outstanding coach and mentor to our student-athletes during his fifteen-year tenure, and we have developed a strong and enduring friendship during that time,² said UGA President Jere W. Morehead. I am deeply grateful for his many years of dedicated service to the University of Georgia, and I particularly appreciate the positive way he has represented UGA. I have asked Mark to remain engaged with the institution in a new leadership role, and I look forward to hopefully working closely with him as we advance our capital campaign at the University of Georgia. I know all UGA alumni and supporters will look forward to celebrating the successful conclusion of his coaching career at UGA in a bowl game later this year. I want to wish Katharyn and the Richt family all the best.
Posted on 11/29/15 at 11:57 am to tylerdurden24
I'm thinking maybe him going to visit guys like Eason was to tell them that something like this may happen, getting fired/resigning but still staying with the program in some way. I really hope he stays involved with the program in some capacity.
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:03 pm to tylerdurden24
Richt needs to leave
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:03 pm to tylerdurden24
That makes the most sense. He's to important to the school to fire.
He'll be a great ambassador for the school
He'll be a great ambassador for the school
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:13 pm to DawgCountry
It's fine that they made the change, I do believe we will lose the entire class now! However I believe ADM ego has gotten to big. He should be fired!!
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:26 pm to 3rddownonthe8
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I do believe we will lose the entire class now!
Come on, man. Get off the ledge.
But let's say we do. Sometimes you have to take a step down to get on a longer ladder.
Before they made this move, if they are astute and I am not saying they are, they should have had assurances (as HRD has stated) from their chosen one.
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:48 pm to WhopperDawg
If Eason de-commits , we will lose Clevland, Hollyfield, and Whaley; and the big TE.
We already don't have a QB, Chubb maybe back at 100%, SM is the only back we have for certain. And letting a top 4 class go, will set us back multiple years. If the class stays intact, fine. It's not an issue. None the less ADM should be fired, he has done a pitiful job. Look at al the sports programs.... Mediocre at best!
We already don't have a QB, Chubb maybe back at 100%, SM is the only back we have for certain. And letting a top 4 class go, will set us back multiple years. If the class stays intact, fine. It's not an issue. None the less ADM should be fired, he has done a pitiful job. Look at al the sports programs.... Mediocre at best!
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:49 pm to 3rddownonthe8
Eason ain't leaving. I would bet money that was the reason for his trip to Washington
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:56 pm to DawgCountry
Maybe not, hope not. Even if he is a bust, it's all the other players he has convinced to come play.
Posted on 11/29/15 at 12:58 pm to 3rddownonthe8
Exactly. Eason will keep most of this class together
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