The McNeese Cowboys will be looking for a new head football coach.
Gary Goff has been fired by McNeese after three seasons in charge. He finished his best season on Saturday with a last-second loss to Lamar to finish the season 6-6.
During his three seasons in Lake Charles, Goff compiled a career record of 11-23, including a 1-10 performance in 2023 with the lone win coming on a forefeit.
Goff is owed the final year of his contract, which is around $265,000, according to Jim Gazzolo of the Lake Charles American Press.
“After evaluating our football program, I felt a change in leadership was necessary,” Athletic Director Heath Schroyer said in a statement. “I appreciate Coach Goff’s time at McNeese. During his three years with the program, he addressed many inherited, off-field issues. He’s a good coach, and I wish him nothing but success moving forward. With the investment we have made in our football program and facilities over the last few years, we will not accept nor celebrate mediocrity. McNeese is a special place with a rich tradition. We have one of, if not the best, fan bases in FCS football. We should be competing for SLC championships and be nationally relevant! I will find a coach who not only accepts that standard, but embraces it.”
