A lot has happened surrounding Alabama football’s long-time strength and conditioning coach Scott Cochran, as it was reported that he will be leaving the Crimson Tide staff to join the UGA football program.
Cochran’s tenure at Alabama matches that of head coach Nick Saban, as they both began in 2007. After 13 years with the program, one would expect the departure to be an emotional one.
Well, that was not the case.
As reported by Kyle Henderson of Rivals, Cochran did not get the opportunity to address the team and offer a final goodbye.
Sources: Alabama had a team meeting at 3 p.m. CT in which the team was informed about Scott Cochran headed to Georgia. Alabama football did not let Cochran say goodbye to the team. The team continues the 4th quarter program this afternoon… More at @bamainsider
— Kyle Henderson (@Rivals_Kyle) February 24, 2020
While the team didn’t hear from Cochran, the media heard from Saban through an online press release.
Here’s Nick Saban’s statement on @CoachYeah heading to Georgia. #RollTide pic.twitter.com/NcjaC3Cebq
— Jack Royer (@JackRoyer) February 24, 2020
The statement offered by Saban is to the point as he wishes Cochran the best of luck in his new position in Kirby Smart’s staff in Georgia.
He then goes on to explain that they will begin the search for a new head strength and conditioning coach.
“We will go out and hire the best person to lead our strength and conditioning program and help our players maximize the resources available in our new sports science facility.”
Roll Tide Wire will keep you updated on Alabama’s search for a new strength and conditioning coach.
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