A local college graduate has been named the new head coach at an FBS college.
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John Hauser was officially promoted to director of football at Ohio University on Saturday, according to the university’s athletic department.
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He was previously named interim coach on December 1
Hauser becomes No. 31Yingshi head coach in program history.
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“We are excited to announce Hauser as our next head football coach,” Ohio State athletic director Slade Ruskilled said. “John is committed to growing our team while continuing to build on a strong foundation. The success has been evident since he arrived on campus in 2022.”
On December 23, Hauser led the Bobcats to a 17-10 victory over the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in the Frisco Bowl.
This marks Ohio State’s seventh consecutive bowl victory.
Hauser was a four-year starting safety while playing football at Wittenberg.
In 2002, he was selected to the All-American Division III team.
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