Zook Takes Illinois Job
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From Associated Press
Former Florida coach Ron Zook will take over at Illinois, sources told Associated Press on Monday. His hiring as head coach will be announced at a news conference today, said two senior university officials speaking on the condition of anonymity.
He will replace Ron Turner, who was fired Nov. 22 after the team finished 3-8.
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The Blue-Gray All-Star Classic has been called off for the second time in three years because officials couldn’t find a corporate sponsor.
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Former Utah offensive coordinator Mike Sanford was introduced as Nevada Las Vegas’ coach at a news conference.
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