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sports3 months ago

UCF and College Football Mourn the Death of Coach Shawn Clark at 50

UCF offensive line coach Shawn Clark died at age 50 after a medical emergency, leaving a significant impact on his team and community. Clark, a former All-American at Appalachian State, had a notable coaching career including head coach at Appalachian State and assistant roles at several universities. His death was announced by UCF, where he had recently joined the coaching staff.

sports3 months ago

Former Appalachian State and UCF Coach Shawn Clark Passes Away at 50

Shawn Clark, a former Appalachian State head football coach and UCF offensive line coach, died unexpectedly at age 50 after a medical emergency. Clark was well-respected for his contributions to college football, leading Appalachian State to a successful tenure before his recent departure. His death has been mourned by colleagues and players alike, highlighting his impact both on and off the field.

sports1 year ago

Appalachian State Parts Ways with Head Coach Shawn Clark

Appalachian State has fired head football coach Shawn Clark after a 5-6 season, marking the program's first losing season since 2013. Clark, who had a 40-24 record over five seasons, was let go after his buyout dropped to $500,000. Despite early successes, including a notable upset over Texas A&M in 2022, the team struggled this year, finishing 3-5 in the Sun Belt Conference. Athletic director Doug Gillin cited the need to compete for conference championships and playoff berths as reasons for the change.