News Summary
UCLA has fired head football coach DeShaun Foster after a disappointing 0-3 start to the season, culminating in an overall record of 5-10. Athletic Director Martin Jarmond expressed regret over the decision, citing the challenges Foster faced transitioning into the Big Ten Conference. Tim Skipper will serve as interim head coach. The football program is also dealing with significant financial deficits and struggles in recruiting talent, with Jarmond emphasizing the need for necessary changes to revitalize the team’s performance in college football.
Los Angeles – UCLA’s head football coach, DeShaun Foster, has been fired following a disappointing start to the season, with his team suffering an 0-3 record. Foster’s tenure as head coach resulted in an overall record of 5-10 and was marred by a significant loss to Utah, where the Bruins fell 43-10. The team’s struggles also included back-to-back defeats against UNLV and New Mexico, with the scores of 30-23 and 35-10, respectively.
UCLA Athletic Director Martin Jarmond acknowledged the challenges that Foster faced, particularly during a difficult transition into the Big Ten Conference. He expressed regret for placing Foster in a tough situation amid the team’s struggles and emphasized his decision to fire the coach was made in consultation with Chancellor Julio Frenk.
Taking over as the interim head coach for the remainder of the season is Tim Skipper, who previously served as Foster’s special assistant. Jarmond stressed the importance of necessary changes to achieve success in the program, indicating that the next head coach must secure adequate resources to position UCLA competently within the college football landscape.
UCLA’s athletic department is dealing with a substantial financial deficit of $219.55 million over the past six years, including a recent loss of $51.85 million that was absorbed by the university. Compounding these issues, the Bruins have lost seven recruits since Foster’s firing, including four-star offensive tackle Johnnie Jones. Jarmond noted the importance of revitalizing the program to maintain competitiveness against peers in the Big Ten.
During Foster’s time as coach, the Bruins’ defense was notably weak, allowing an average of 431 yards per game, making them the least effective in the Big Ten and ranking 118th nationally. Foster expressed disappointment over his dismissal, lamenting the lack of success for the program and framing his experience as a significant honor.
The search for a new head coach will be orchestrated by Jarmond and executive senior associate athletic director Erin Adkins, with support from a committee comprising sports executives and UCLA alumni. Former head coach Rick Neuheisel commented on the need for UCLA to modernize its football approach, particularly regarding nutrition and recruiting strategies.
The Bruins have not enjoyed a winning season since 2014 under Jim Mora, and the program has faced difficulties keeping pace with stronger teams in the Big Ten, leading to declining attendance and interest at the Rose Bowl. Academic restrictions have also posed challenges in recruiting talent, alongside stiff competition from other programs in the region.
Despite the hurdles, some observers remain optimistic that with the right leadership and necessary resources, UCLA has the potential to become a competitive force in college football once again.
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