Bethune-Cookman Days Away from Naming New Head Football Coach After University Revamps Search Process
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on February 01, 2023 Bethune-Cookman University is in the final stages of selecting a new head football coach under a revised process that includes athletes and student leaders. The university will name its new head coach within the next week, Bethune-Cookman University Interim President Lawrence M. Drake II, Ph.D. said today. “Several adjustments were made to ensure our next coach is the best fit for our university. I recently met with student leaders to ensure that we addressed their concerns and answered each question as honestly as possible,” Drake said. “We’ve also added a football player representative to our search committee to give the team an active voice in choosing our next head football coach.” Bethune-Cookman previously had a preliminary agreement with a well-known retired NFL player, but both sides were unable to come to terms. The university is now moving forward by reviewing more than 50 applicants who have expressed interest in the position. “Many of these candidates possess not only knowledge of the game and the ability to assist in raising funds for our program, but they also have the discipline needed to represent our university and embody our values,” Drake said. “Our next coach will bring the skills required to mold our student-athletes into successful young men both on and off the field.” Drake said university leaders are committed to revitalizing the athletics program along with facilities at the historic campus in the coastal city. “The last several days have delivered major challenges to our university, our athletes and all who love Bethune-Cookman University,” he said. “These moments have also presented us with significant opportunities to address long-standing campus needs and revamp our prized athletic program.” Drake said this process will take time and additional resources. The university, he said, will be spending approximately $10 million dollars over the next several months to address immediate campus infrastructure needs. These plans, he said, have been in planning stages for several months. The university has begun a complete assessment of more than 100 facilities for fitness, renovation, and possible demolition, as well as the study of possible new facilities to better serve its students. Drake said the process will take time and require additional financial resources. “Our university was founded to help men and women overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to forge better lives for themselves, their families and their communities. Bethune-Cookman met those challenges,” he said. “With support from our students, alumni and everyone who values our legacy and mission, Bethune-Cookman University will create a path to greater stability, broader outreach and everlasting community impact.” If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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