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Read what they are saying around the country about about the move to the Western Athletic Conference and the hiring of our new football coach.
“I'm really excited to see them get a man of his experience and ability, He's won everywhere he's been, and he's got the ability to recruit the state of Texas.”
David Baliff
Head Football Coach, Rice
“He brings a wealth of experience. He’s won every where he’s gone: at TCU, with me at UNM as well as other places. If you want to win quickly Coach Fran is the right guy for the job. He knows how to turn programs around and I know he’ll do a great job.”
Brian Urlacher
Linebacker, Chicago Bears
“Dennis has had a great deal of success at a number of college programs across the country, including his first run at Texas State. He knows what it takes to build teams and programs and brings a wealth of knowledge to the Bobcats as they prepare for their move to the FBS level and the WAC."
Mack Brown
Head Football Coach, University of Texas
“With Texas State joining the WAC, our school will finally get the recognition and spotlight that it deserves. In order to compete in this conference we need a big name coach like Dennis Franchione who has coached at big name schools like TCU and Texas A&M and also knows what it means to be a Bobcat. It’s an exciting time at Texas State and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for my Bobcats!”
Sherry Jeansonne ‘10
Current season ticket holder
“It is good to be a Bobcat!!! I have been a Bobcat Fan for some 65 years and season ticket holder for more than 40 years. It is with great excitement that I look forward to playing in the WAC and being able compete at the top level. The dream is coming true to have first class facilities, with an experienced and winning coach, Dennis Franchione. Coach Franchione knows where we need to go and how to get there and be assured that I will be there rain or sun to see it happen. Go Bobcats!!”
William Ross King ‘58
Distinguished alumnus and long-time season ticket holder
“I'm ecstatic about Texas State joining the WAC, this is a major accomplishment for the University. With the addition of more athletic scholarships, and hopefully added revenue to facilitate academic research, I think we can now fairly compete nationally. I hope Coach Dennis Franchione brings Texas State national notoriety and the atmosphere of winning. I'm excited for what the future holds for my Alma mater. Eat Em' Up, Cats!”
Shola Obafemi '07
Football player ‘02-‘06, current season ticket holder
“I think that Texas State going to the WAC will instill more pride into fellow Bobcats. Our stadium will always be packed, and our fans will always be loud. With Dennis Franchione as the new coach, there is no doubt in my mind that we will show everyone else in the WAC what the Bobcats are really made of.”
Katy Francis ‘11
Current student and future season ticket holder
