Summary
UCLA is hiring Bob Chesney, the current head coach at James Madison, to lead its football team. Chesney will coach James Madison through the postseason before joining UCLA. The decision comes after UCLA fired its previous coach, DeShaun Foster, following a poor start to the season.
Key Facts
- UCLA will hire Bob Chesney as its new football head coach.
- Chesney is currently coaching at James Madison University (JMU).
- Under Chesney, JMU achieved an 11-1 record this season.
- UCLA dismissed DeShaun Foster after starting the season with 0 wins and 4 losses.
- Tim Skipper served as UCLA's interim coach, winning 3 out of 7 games.
- UCLA aims to rebuild its football program with fresh leadership and ideas.
- The team has strong recruiting potential with a pipeline of talented players.
