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Strong Named 21st Head Coach at Louisville
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Dec. 9, 2009
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Charlie Strong, former defensive coordinator at the University of Florida, has been named the 21st head football coach at the University of Louisville, Vice-President/Director of Athletics Tom Jurich announced on Wednesday.
"I've done a lot of homework with this hire, and I was amazed how well-respected and revered Charlie Strong is throughout the country ," said Jurich. "He commands a lot of respect from people within the game, including ex-players and coaches around college football."
Jurich added, "However, after meeting him in person, I was even more impressed.
Tony Dungy had a huge impact on me with this hire. He was passionate about Charlie as a coach and as person. I respect the opinions of Urban Meyer, who was part of our staff at Colorado State, and Jeremy Foley, who is one of the most respected athletic directors in the country. They both raved about Charlie as a football coach and his great character."...
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