https://www.wapt.com/article/jay-hopson-steps-down-as-head-coach-of-southern-miss-football-09-07/33944100
Although this does work in our favor, it’s actually a pretty sad ordeal. I wish him well and I hope he lands on his feet. The article states the following: “Hopson has had a rough off-season. Most notably his father passed away this summer.”
Southern Miss Director of Athletics, Jeremy McClain, announced:
“Coach Hopson came to me after last Thursday’s game to discuss what was on his heart and after much discussion over the weekend, he and I agreed that new leadership for our football program is needed,” said McClain. “Coach Hopson has been a part of our program for 10 years. I appreciate his commitment to Southern Miss and wish Jay and his family nothing but the best.”