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Posted by catmandoo (Member # 1284) on 01-04-2010, 12:57 PM:

- Rich Brooks had two goals when he became the head football coach at the University of Kentucky.

First, stay on the job longer than any head coach in school history.

Second, leave the program in better shape than when he found it.

The first goal will not be met, but it is on his terms as Brooks has chosen to retire after seven seasons with the Wildcats.

The second goal undoubtedly has been achieved, as Brooks became the first coach to take Kentucky to four-consecutive bowl games and the first to win three-straight bowls.

"Rich Brooks changed the culture and the direction of the University of Kentucky football program," said UK President Dr. Lee Todd. "He was willing to take the heat and face the critics in the early years and build our program the right way. His no-nonsense, high-integrity approach earned the respect of his players, our fans and the media.

"It has been a pleasure having Rich as our football coach because I always knew that whatever decisions he was making were in the best interest of the program and his students. The University is grateful for his impact on our program and for paving the way for future success."

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