BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Chris Hatcher has been relieved of his duties as head football coach at Samford University, the school announced Sunday. The move comes amid a challenging season for the Bulldogs.
Samford Vice President for Intercollegiate athletics Martin Newton stated, ”Coach Hatcher has always represented the university and our football program with dignity and class. We’ve enjoyed some incredible moments together with our success on the field and in the classroom. However, the results on the field the last few seasons have not met our expectations, and it’s time to go in a different direction. I wish Chris and his family all the best moving forward and know the Bulldog family is appreciative of all his hard work.”
Hatcher concluded 11 seasons leading the Samford program with an overall record of 62-59.He guided the team to an 11-2 record and a Southern Conference championship in 2022. This season, the Bulldogs are 1-9 overall and 1-7 in SoCon play.
an interim coach will be named in the coming days,and a national search for a permanent replacement will begin promptly. samford will continue its season next week, traveling to face Austin Peay on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. CT in Clarksville, Tenn.
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