Louisiana Tech's Bicknell gets five-year extension
Friday, December 17, 1999
RUSTON, Louisiana -- After leading Louisiana Tech to an 8-3 record in his first season as coach, the school today rewarded Jack Bicknell III with a five-year contract extension.
Bicknell compiled the winningest season among first-year coaches in Division I-A. He replaced Gary Crowton, who left before the season to become offensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears.
"I want to thank the Tech administration for showing their support and appreciation," Bicknell said. "I am excited about the long-term opportunity to stay and build this program into a major Division I-A power. With the membership into the WAC, this program is on the verge of exploding onto the nationalscene."