Hugh Freeze: Auburn's New Head Football Coach
A Proven Leader with a Rich History
Early Career Successes
Born on September 27, 1969, in Oxford, Mississippi, Hugh Freeze has a proven track record of success in coaching football. He began his career as a high school coach at Briarcrest Christian School in Memphis, Tennessee, where he coached notable players like Michael Oher and Greg Hardy.
Experience at the Collegiate Level
Freeze transitioned to college coaching in 2011 when he became the head coach at Arkansas State University. A year later, he moved to Ole Miss, where he led the Rebels for four seasons. During his tenure, he guided Ole Miss to two bowl victories and significantly improved the program's performance.
Recent Success at Liberty and Auburn
In 2019, Freeze became the head coach at Liberty University, an FBS independent program. In four seasons, he led Liberty to three bowl appearances, including a historic upset over Ole Miss in 2020. Following his success at Liberty, Freeze was named the head coach at Auburn University in November 2022.
Challenges and Opportunities
Freeze has faced scrutiny for past off-field incidents, but he is eager to prove himself as a reformed leader. Auburn has been searching for stability and success on the gridiron, and Freeze is tasked with delivering both. With his proven ability to develop players and build winning teams, Freeze has the potential to revitalize Auburn football.
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