Boulder – University of Colorado interim golf coach Brad Neher resigned Friday, citing personal reasons.
Neher, who was named the interim coach in January after the death of longtime coach Mark Simpson in December, said it was “for the good of the program.”
Neher, 34, who golfed at CU and was an assistant for six years, and seven players were suspended for a tournament earlier this month after violating team and athletic department policies.
“I think this is the best interests of the program, the university, myself, my family and my friends,” Neher said. “This really hurts, because of my long association with the university both as a student, an athlete, a coach and a fan.
“But I want what’s best for the program, and that is for it to move forward without anything lingering over the team. Ultimately, I am fully responsible for the actions of this team, and therefore, this is the right decision as they can move forward to finish the year and attempt to fulfill their potential with as few distractions as possible.”
Athletic director Mike Bohn hopes to have a new coach in place by July 1.
“Brad took over under some very difficult circumstances, one that many people may not grasp,” Bohn said. “Watching a close friend and mentor die is not easy for anyone. Things have been tough for him, and we support his decision as this is what is best for both him and the program overall. He can and will accomplish many things in golf, and we wish him well.”
Associate athletic director David Plati and assistant athletic directors Julie Manning and Charles Johnson will handle administrative aspects of the program and coordinate team travel the rest of the spring season.
