BG’s Clawson signs contract extension through 2018 | People

BOWLING GREEN, OH (Toledo News Now) - Bowling Green State University Head Football Coach Dave Clawson has agreed to a deal that will keep in BG through at least the 2018 season.

In his fourth season as head coach Clawson lead the Falcons to an 8-5 record, including a 29-20 loss to San Jose State in the Military Bowl. Clawson’s teams have shown steady improvement since posting a 2-10 record in 2010.  Clawson is 22-28 overall and 16-16 in the Mid American Conference since coming to BGSU in 2009.

“I appreciate the confidence shown in me and our football staff by President Dr. Mary Ellen Mazey and our athletics director, Greg Christopher,” said Clawson. “Both Dr. Mazey and Greg have been extremely supportive in my time here and they have made it clear the University has made a commitment to the future of BGSU football. We have built a solid foundation over the past four years, and I look forward to continuing to build and grow our program.”

“Dave has done a terrific job of rebuilding our football program,” said BGSU Athletic Director Greg Christopher. “We now have a solid foundation for continued success. Dave has not only instilled a winning culture, but he runs a first-rate program that represents the entire University in a positive fashion. This extension is about our commitment to Dave, the coaching staff and the entire football program.”

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