Brady Hoke

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He was the Big Ten Coach of The Year in 2011; He was the Head Coach for Michigan's 2012 Sugar Bowl win

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Brady Hoke is a well-known figure in American college football, having built a reputation as a head coach at several prominent programs. His coaching career began after playing linebacker at Ball State University from 1977 to 1980. Hoke's early coaching experience included assistant roles at various institutions, such as Grand Valley State, Western Michigan, Toledo, Oregon State, and Michigan. His time as an assistant coach helped him develop a deep understanding of the game, which he later applied in his head coaching roles. Hoke's leadership and football acumen would eventually lead him to head coaching positions at Ball State, San Diego State, and Michigan.

Hoke's first head coaching opportunity came at his alma mater, Ball State, in 2003. Over six seasons, he transformed the program, culminating in a historic 2008 season where Ball State achieved a 12-1 record and earned its first-ever appearance in the Associated Press Top 25 rankings. That season, the team peaked at No. 12, a remarkable achievement for the program. Hoke's success at Ball State caught the attention of other programs, and in December 2008, he was hired as the head coach at San Diego State University. His impact was immediate, as he led the Aztecs to a nine-win season in 2010, their best performance since 1977, and a victory in the Poinsettia Bowl.

In 2011, Hoke returned to the University of Michigan, where he had previously served as an assistant coach. As the 19th head coach in Michigan football history, Hoke made an immediate impact, leading the Wolverines to an 11-2 record in his first season. That year, Michigan earned a spot in the BCS Sugar Bowl, where they defeated Virginia Tech in a thrilling game. Despite the early success, Hoke's tenure at Michigan was marked by inconsistency, and after four seasons, he was dismissed in 2014. However, his contributions to the program, particularly in his first season, remain a significant part of his coaching legacy.

After his time at Michigan, Hoke continued to stay involved in football, including a brief stint as the interim head coach at the University of Tennessee in 2017. He later returned to San Diego State in 2020, where he once again took the reins of the Aztecs football program. Hoke's career is a testament to his resilience and ability to lead teams to success, particularly in turning around struggling programs. His experience and knowledge of the game have made him a respected figure in college football circles.

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