Things became official in Eugene Tuesday evening when Oregon Director of Athletics Mike Bellotti announced that they would not renew Ernie Kent's contract, ending the head coach's 13-year run at the school.
Ernie Kent Officially Out As Oregon’s Head Coach
“The accomplishments Ernie Kent has brought to the basketball program at the University of Oregon speak for themselves,” said Bellotti. “No one can deny that this program stands in better shape today than when he took it over, and that’s a direct reflection on the passion he has displayed for this community, his alma mater and the players that he has brought into this program.
“This was not an easy decision for me, but unfortunately, when I looked at the past five to six years, I did not see the improvement and consistency that I had hoped for, and that we will need to move forward as we open our new arena and seek to reenergize and expand our season ticket base,” said Bellotti.
Kent still had two years left on his contract.
The search to find his replacement will begin immediately.
Read more reaction at our Oregon blog, Addicted to Quack.
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