Fritz Announces Coaching Change
11/26/2024 7:14:00 AM | Football
Offensive Coordinator Kevin Barbay relieved of duties
HOUSTON – University of Houston Football Head Coach Willie Fritz announced a coaching change Tuesday. Offensive Coordinator Kevin Barbay has been relieved of his duties. Quarterbacks Coach/Passing Game Coordinator Shawn Bell has been named Interim Offensive Coordinator and play caller.
"We are grateful to Kevin for his dedication and contributions to our football program this season," Fritz said. "As we continue to assess every aspect of our program, it is clear we have not met our offensive standards. Kevin and his family have been wonderful members of our community, and we wish them nothing but success in the future. Our focus is on finishing the season strong Saturday against BYU. A national search for our next Offensive Coordinator will begin immediately."
Houston (4-7 overall, 3-5 Big 12) closes its season at 9:15 p.m. CT, Saturday, at #19/20 BYU (9-2, 6-2 Big 12), on ESPN and KPRC 950 AM.
"We are grateful to Kevin for his dedication and contributions to our football program this season," Fritz said. "As we continue to assess every aspect of our program, it is clear we have not met our offensive standards. Kevin and his family have been wonderful members of our community, and we wish them nothing but success in the future. Our focus is on finishing the season strong Saturday against BYU. A national search for our next Offensive Coordinator will begin immediately."
Houston (4-7 overall, 3-5 Big 12) closes its season at 9:15 p.m. CT, Saturday, at #19/20 BYU (9-2, 6-2 Big 12), on ESPN and KPRC 950 AM.
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