News Article: Mal Moore stepping down as Athletics Director (Official statement from UA)

DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

Here is an official statement from the University of Alabama about Mal Moore stepping down as Athletics Director:

http://uanews.ua.edu/2013/03/mal-mo...become-special-assistant-to-president-bonner/

10Bama54 · Mar 20, 2013

Who do you think will take his place?

Tide Rev · Mar 20, 2013

Coach Moore has been great for Bama no matter what you think of the job he has done. I do not know who will be the next AD...maybe Ozzie Newsome?

TideEngineer08 · Mar 20, 2013

I wish him well. I dare say you'll find very few who have given so much for so long to UA. Hopefully, he'll be able to make a quick and full recovery from his health issues.

DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

I think a lot of people are going to be disappointed when they see the new A.D. isn't going to be Ozzie Newsome.

JBama_in_PCOLA · Mar 20, 2013

Sad day, but we saw it coming. Get better coach. You made Bama strong!

JBama_in_PCOLA · Mar 20, 2013

DiamondDust said:
I think a lot of people are going to be disappointed when they see the new A.D. isn't going to be Ozzie Newsome.

With all the turnover in Baltimore he may want to go.

tmv85 · Mar 20, 2013

I hate to hear this because Coach Moore is such a big part of Alabama football, but I understand why he has made this decision because the job requires so much time and attention. At his age and with the health issues he has experienced of late, he deserves to be able to enjoy a less hectic life. I'm glad he will continue to provide guidance to our beloved university as an assistant to Pres. Bonner. Roll Tide, Coach, and thank you for the thousands of hours you have dedicated to the University of Alabama.

DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

JBama_in_PCOLA said:
With all the turnover in Baltimore he may want to go.

He's the G.M. in Baltimore, thus the reason for the turnover. It's not like all of the personnel decisions happened without him knowning.

happytidefan · Mar 20, 2013

I have dreaded this day. He has selflessly served the University of Alabama for a long time, probably at a sacrifice. It's now time for him to focus his attention on his own missions and that of his health and family. So long Coach, God Bless. Prayers for you and your family.

Tideflyer · Mar 20, 2013

tmv85 said:
I hate to hear this because Coach Moore is such a big part of Alabama football, but I understand why he has made this decision because the job requires so much time and attention. At his age and with the health issues he has experienced of late, he deserves to be able to enjoy a less hectic life. I'm glad he will continue to provide guidance to our beloved university as an assistant to Pres. Bonner. Roll Tide, Coach, and thank you for the thousands of hours you have dedicated to the University of Alabama.

Couldn`t be better stated. Well deserved retirement with thanks and admiration from the Bama nation. Thanks Coach Moore. You`re going out on top!

DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

As many are pointing out, the Saban hire helped Moore's legacy a great deal after the previous hires, but he also did amazing work when it came to facilities being upgrade and the fundraising required.

The fact he's being retained speaks to his continued role and benefit as a fundraiser for the University.

DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

As a friend just pointed out, Shane Lyons might be on the short list since he's already on campus:

http://www.rolltide.com/genrel/101811aaa.html

Matt0424 · Mar 20, 2013

After a Ricky start at the Capstone, Mal Moore has helped to build one of the best athletic programs at any university. I am very thankful he's a man that wouldn't take no for an answer, and helped eschew in a change in the way athletics was handled at Alabama. He will certainly be missed, but after all his years of service he deserves a wonderful retirement.

Matt0424 · Mar 20, 2013

That should say rocky start...won't let me edit

bamabelle1991 · Mar 20, 2013

Sad day!! I wish him all the best and thank him for all that he has done for Alabama Athletics!

Tide Rev · Mar 20, 2013

DiamondDust said:
I think a lot of people are going to be disappointed when they see the new A.D. isn't going to be Ozzie Newsome.

You never know when "Mama calls"...I will not be disappointed if Ozzie does not come. Coach Saban was not my first choice either but no one from UA called me and asked my opinion and I doubt anyone from UA is going to call Tide Fans and ask their opinion.

AlexanderFan · Mar 20, 2013

Thank you Coach Moore for your time and effort. Time to take a break and relax a little.

As I said before Hart should've hung around just a little bit longer....

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DiamondDust · Mar 20, 2013

Tide Rev said:
You never know when "Mama calls"...I will not be disappointed if Ozzie does not come. Coach Saban was not my first choice either but no one from UA called me and asked my opinion and I doubt anyone from UA is going to call Tide Fans and ask their opinion.

People tend to forget Ozzie is incredibly loyal to the Baltimore Ravens. He's been part of the Cleveland/Baltimore organization since 1978 as a player, assistant, and executive.

Alabama wants a new A.D. as soon as possible, and Newsome would not leave the franchise a month before the NFL Draft.

tide96 · Mar 20, 2013

DiamondDust said:
People tend to forget Ozzie is incredibly loyal to the Baltimore Ravens. Alabama wants a new A.D. as soon as possible, and Newsome would not leave the franchise a month before the NFL Draft.

I'm sure we could wait a month for him. This is about as big of a dead spot for Bama athletics as you will get all year. Will he leave? I doubt it.

I vote Terry Saban, AD.

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