The Chronicle of Higher Education

A Coach Takes the Way Out of San Jose

O. Fitzgerald Hill fought to rebuild a college football program and open up opportunities for black coaches. The obstacles proved too great.

By WELCH SUGGS

San Jose, Calif.

O. Fitzgerald Hill is sick and tired of being the head football coach at San Jose State University.

Sick and tired of losing, especially close games; of having to fight for personnel...

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