The former Arkansas coach Bobby Petrino was
introduced at a Monday afternoon news conference. And so it is done!
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| Coach Bobby Petrino |
The 51-year-old Petrino replaces Willie Taggart, who left
WKU Saturday to become South Florida's coach. Petrino had a 34-17 record at
Arkansas and 75-26 overall in eight seasons as a college head coach.
Petrino has been looking to get back into coaching since his
dismissal. His name was mentioned recently in connection with several openings,
including Kentucky and Auburn.
He takes over a 7-5 Western Kentucky team that's headed to
its first bowl appearance as an FBS school. The Hilltoppers will play in the
Little Caesar's Pizza Bowl on Dec. 26 against Central Michigan. WKU defensive
coordinator Lance Guidry was named interim coach on Saturday will coach the
team in the bowl game.
