UL Football Coach Mark Hudspeth Fired

[RaginCajun77]

Maggard says when he gave the news to coach Mark Hudspeth that he was fired, Mark was humbled and grateful for the opportunity.

— Scott Prather (@Scott_1420) December 3, 2017

[RaginCajun77]

UL A.D. Bryan Maggard said it was his "recommendation" that coach Mark Hudspeth be relieved of duties, and that school president Joseph Savoie was supportive of that suggestion

— Tim Buckley (@TDARaginCajuns) December 3, 2017

[RaginCajun77]

Maggard on when he made the decision to fire Hud:"I was evaluating all along...we kind of tapered off at the end of the season."

— Scott Prather (@Scott_1420) December 3, 2017

[apb]

Move to RB

This. Dude was given more than ample opportunity to be a QB and he is not one. Good luck going to any other school and being given that opportunity.

Move to RB or good riddance to you, sir. You would be a great RB and the community will rally behind you. Refusing to change is a slap in the face to everyone.

[Cajunfanatico]

This is so sweet. I logged on this morning thinking I'd see this news and there was nothing there. I then began wondering if this was going to get dragged out, or perhaps not happen at all.

As others have said, it appears T-Joe is giving Dr. Maggard the room he needs to build our athletic department the way he thinks it should be done. I applaud Maggard's hire and have been impressed from day one with how serious the man is.

Others in the industry have said things along the line of, "they're not serious down there". Well, we are.

[CajunDreDog]

Wonder when RCAF members get email

Was the press conference not enough?

[Boomer]

Was the press conference not enough?

....Fired coaches and gonna get fired coaches......it is almost certain that some coaches could remain.....evaluation, recomendatios, etc play the part and actually crucial for the mop up recruiting.....talking points for the new staff.....1- we have been to 5or6bowl games in the last years 2- we have fabulous facilities 3-UL is very serious about big time athletics!!!

[CajunDreDog]

Watch the press conference

https://www.pscp.tv/espn1420/1djGXMvBblzJZ

[raginsaints]

December 3, 2017

Good Afternoon Cajun Nation,

This morning I met with Coach Mark Hudspeth to discuss the future of our Football program, and I informed him of my decision to move the program in a different direction, relieving him of his head coaching duties. Transitions like this are never easy for anyone involved, and I am extremely grateful for the commitment and service Coach Hudspeth, Tyla and their children have given this community in addition to the improvements made within our Football program over the past seven years. I know Coach Hudspeth will be successful as he moves forward in his career and I know Ragin’ Cajuns fans join me in thanking Coach Hudspeth and his family for all they have done for the city of Lafayette, the University of Louisiana, our Athletics Department, and the Football program.

Additionally, this morning, I met with our Football coaching staff and student-athletes, as well as various support personnel, informing them of my decision and discussing our process moving forward. During this time of transition, Coach Michael Desormeaux will serve as the acting director of our Football program as we continue to focus on the academic success of our student-athletes and our recruiting efforts.

Our attention will now be given to a thorough search process that will allow us to identify the next Head Coach of Ragin’ Cajuns Football. We will be committed to finding a coach who exemplifies the values of the University of Louisiana and the Department of Athletics, an individual who prioritizes the academic success of our student-athletes, builds positive relationships with those he coaches, is a relentless recruiter, places a strong focus on player development, and is a proven winner.

To protect the integrity of our process, I will have no further public comments until such time we announce our new coach. Understanding there will be great interest and speculation associated with this search, as I shared with our student-athletes and staff earlier today, unless you hear information directly from me, please do not assume it to be accurate.

I greatly appreciate the passion and commitment of Cajun Nation. On behalf of our entire Athletics Department, I want to thank you for your continued support of our great University and student-athletes!

Respectfully,

Bryan Maggard, Ph.D.
Director of Athletics

[Rougarou]

December 3, 2017

Good Afternoon Cajun Nation,

This morning I met with Coach Mark Hudspeth to discuss the future of our Football program, and I informed him of my decision to move the program in a different direction, relieving him of his head coaching duties. Transitions like this are never easy for anyone involved, and I am extremely grateful for the commitment and service Coach Hudspeth, Tyla and their children have given this community in addition to the improvements made within our Football program over the past seven years. I know Coach Hudspeth will be successful as he moves forward in his career and I know Ragin’ Cajuns fans join me in thanking Coach Hudspeth and his family for all they have done for the city of Lafayette, the University of Louisiana, our Athletics Department, and the Football program.

Additionally, this morning, I met with our Football coaching staff and student-athletes, as well as various support personnel, informing them of my decision and discussing our process moving forward. During this time of transition, Coach Michael Desormeaux will serve as the acting director of our Football program as we continue to focus on the academic success of our student-athletes and our recruiting efforts.

Our attention will now be given to a thorough search process that will allow us to identify the next Head Coach of Ragin’ Cajuns Football. We will be committed to finding a coach who exemplifies the values of the University of Louisiana and the Department of Athletics, an individual who prioritizes the academic success of our student-athletes, builds positive relationships with those he coaches, is a relentless recruiter, places a strong focus on player development, and is a proven winner.

To protect the integrity of our process, I will have no further public comments until such time we announce our new coach. Understanding there will be great interest and speculation associated with this search, as I shared with our student-athletes and staff earlier today, unless you hear information directly from me, please do not assume it to be accurate.

I greatly appreciate the passion and commitment of Cajun Nation. On behalf of our entire Athletics Department, I want to thank you for your continued support of our great University and student-athletes!

Respectfully,

Bryan Maggard, Ph.D.
Director of Athletics

Maggard is a pro

[Tripple Threat]

It's amazing to me how things flipped during HUD's tenure. We achieved such an amazing high and the sky was the limit. He was the golden child and we were screaming to raise his pay so no one would take him. Now he's looking for a job. Crazy.

[Cajunfanatico]

Maggard is a pro

Indeed he is. What a relief to have him running the ship.