Coaching group ‘concerned’ over lack of minority hires
A group representing and advocating for minority coaches in college sports said Wednesday it was concerned that the football hiring season will pass without a single minority candidate filling an open position.
The National Association for Coaching Equity and Development said colleges are not adhering to a pledge signed to address the dwindling numbers of minorities hired for coaching jobs.
“So far it appears that schools are not complying with their commitment, especially those at the highest level,” NAFCED executive director Merritt Norvell said in a statement issued to The Associated Press.