[NU Sports] Zook is out

[Beamsley, Jeff]

Not a big surprise, but the Zooker is out.
 
I agree with others that we were the unfortunate victims of the schedule this year, getting the first half Illinois team that couldn't lose versus the second half team that couldn't win.
 
That said, Fitz again takes full responsibility (along with his staff) for the six loses this season.  He doesn't complain about admissions standards, facilities, mabin's injury, bad calls, or talent.  Hopefully we'll get a bowl bid and he'll have a chance to "coach up" the team for a bowl victory.
 
Jeff
 
 
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/college/chi-illinois-fires-zook-after-seven-upanddown-seasons-20111127,0,5732119.story