Chesney Announces 10 Position Coaches
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Key Points:
- UCLA football head coach Bob Chesney announced the hiring of 10 assistant coaches, including offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy and defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler, aiming to build a staff with a blend of competency, diversity, passion, and West Coast ties for immediate success.
- Seven assistants, including Kennedy and Hitschler, previously coached with Chesney at James Madison, where they led the Dukes to a 12-2 record, a Sun Belt Championship, and a historic College Football Playoff appearance in 2025.
- Key hires include Drew Canan as special teams coordinator/tight ends coach, Colin Lockett as wide receivers coach, and Chris Smith as offensive line/run game coordinator, all bringing significant experience and success from previous coaching roles
