Utah Valley University head coach Dick Hunsaker has announced his resignation. Hunskaer just wrapped up his 13th season at UVU. He has also been the head coach at Utah, Ball State, and Manchester. Hunsaker has won 371 games in his 20 seasons as a head coach. Here is the statement that he released last night:
"With family present, much like when I was introduced at UVSC 13 years ago, I am announcing that at the end of my current contract, I am stepping down as Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Utah Valley University; effective June 30, 2015."
"My wife likes the timing, as this opens the window to allow us to pick up our youngest son Zachary from his LDS mission in Africa. Also, I am looking forward to getting to know my seven grandchildren."
"Over the past 13 years, UVU has been part of our family with our daughter Jodi and son Holton having earned their degrees."
"I want to thank Presidents Matthew Holland, Bill Sederberg, and Kerry Romesburg; athletic directors Mike Jacobsen and Vince Otoupal for the opportunity. I would like to thank our boosters, fan, faculty, staff, and student body for their support of our program. In addition, I thank my assistant coaches and their families for their tireless sacrifice and support."
"It has been a privilege to coach so many outstanding young men, and have them continue to include me in their lives has been extremely gratifying. I thank them for their positive influence on me and my family."
"I believe change will energize the program. A different style and philosophy will be healthy as Utah Valley University continues to move forward. It is time to see a "new" green sports coat on the sideline."