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Former Syracuse University head football coach Frank Maloney died Monday from metastic brain cancer at the age of 79.
According to the Associated Press (h/t USA Today), Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack said: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of coach Maloney. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and former players. Coach Maloney led our football team during a time of transition."
Maloney was the head coach at Syracuse for seven seasons from 1974-80. He compiled a 32-46 record during that time, including a 7-5 mark and an Independence Bowl win in 1979.