MOBILE, Ala. – University of South Alabama Director of Athletics Dr. Joel Erdmann announced Monday that head football coach Joey Jones has submitted his resignation effective at the end of his current employment contract.
Jones will coach the Jaguars when they visit New Mexico State on Saturday, Dec. 2.
"Joey Jones is the father of our football program. He, his wife Elise and his entire family put their arms around the program and committed to its establishment and growth," said Erdmann. "He has placed South Alabama Football on strong footing, which is something he and his family can be very proud of and we sincerely appreciate.