Fisk University announced the resignation of head men’s basketball coach Derek Watkins, a Fisk alumnus who finished his three-year tenure with an 18-72 overall record. From the release:

“Coach Watkins will be missed. He did a great job of getting making this program competitive in his three years and we were very excited about the outlook for the 2013-14 season. Last year we swept conference power and nationally ranked Xavier. He had to make a decision that he deemed was best for him and his family at this time and we wish him much success in his future endeavors,” said Athletic Director Anthony Owens.

Assistant Coach Jay Smith was named interim head coach. A search for a replacement will start immediately.

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