All of the speculation is over, Mark Richt’s tenure is over at the University of Georgia. This is a shock to those affiliated with Georgia as they value Richt for his impact to their lives off of the field.
Many current and former Georgia players and a few recruits have taken their opinion to Twitter as to how Coach Richt has had an impact on their lives.
Former Georgia safety and current NFL free agent Rennie Curran:
Gonna be so weird goin back to #UGA & not seeing Coach Richt & family. Good luck to the next coach on handling these ridiculous expectations
— Rennie Flomo Curran (@RennieCurran53) November 29, 2015
Georgia running back Brendan Douglas:
Great coach and even better man. Your faith in the Lord has impacted all of us. Wouldn't be the man I am today without you @MarkRicht
— Brendan Douglas (@BDouglas44) November 29, 2015
Georgia running back Tae Crowder:
@MarkRicht is the Face of UGA ! Thanks for taking me in and Giving me the opportunity that I have today, you will always be remembered 🐾
— 〽️ount Baby 4️⃣ (@TaeCrowder) November 29, 2015
Georgia offensive lineman Sage Hardin:
Not only is it amazing what he did on the field,but most importantly off the field. @MarkRicht was the best thing to happen to UGA.Thank you
— Sage Hardin (@SageHardin75) November 29, 2015
Former Georgia and current Denver Broncos tight end Arthur Lynch:
I wouldn't be the person I am today without @MarkRicht and he will always have my support. Thank you for everything, Coach.
— Arthur Lynch (@alynch1788) November 29, 2015
Georgia alumni and SEC Network football commentator Maria Taylor:
@MarkRicht has always been more than just a coach…he's an amazing man who set a great example & led the right way pic.twitter.com/oTuNkfOmjx
— Maria Taylor (@MariaTaylor7) November 29, 2015
Former Georgia offensive lineman Chris Burnette:
Thanks, Coach. https://t.co/h1mgcVx8zz
— Chris BBBurnette (@Chrisburnette68) November 29, 2015
Former Georgia tight end Jack Loonam:
https://twitter.com/j_loonam/status/671028275435606016
Former Georgia and current Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Brandon Boykin:
Coach Richt will always be the Head Coach at Georgia 2 me Always No matter what. His Impact far surpassed just football. Love ya CMR 10×10 💯
— Brandon Boykin (@BrandonBoykin2) November 29, 2015
Former Georgia wide receiver Michael Bennett:
Hate to see CMR go. Great Coach and even BETTER man. Would do anything for me. UGA is a better place because of you Coach @MarkRicht
— Michael Bennett (@MBennett_82) November 29, 2015
Former UGA defensive back Prince Miller:
@MarkRicht was one of the main reasons I chose to play at UGA! Great coach, great man, and a #DGD! #DawgForLife pic.twitter.com/QLmVfktYkV
— Prince Miller (@PMillerMSA) November 29, 2015
Former UGA QB Aaron Murray:
Could not of asked for a better coach during my time at UGA! I just know The Lord has his next steps… https://t.co/sSCDfhax9L
— Aaron Murray (@aaronmurray11) November 29, 2015
Former UGA player Josh Murray:
Sad news today but @MarkRicht is a man of great faith, the Lord has bigger & better plans for his future & I wish him nothing but the best!
— Josh Allan Murray (@JoshAllanMurray) November 29, 2015
Former UGA defensive back Sheldon Dawson:
To a Man who believed & loved Every Guy that played We thank you for your love & Guidance #DamnGoodDawg @MarkRicht pic.twitter.com/5tWw4LzH2Q
— Sheldon Dawson (@SBDAWGson2) November 29, 2015
Former UGA tight end Orson Charles:
I hate this happen to@MarkRicht,thanks for molding me into the man I am today you will forever be loved and wish you nothing but success#DGD
— Orson Charles (@Orson_charles) November 29, 2015
Injured Southern University WR Devon Gales:
Coach @MarkRicht understands that football is about more than winning. It's about shaping and molding the lives of young men. #alwayswinning
— Devon J. Gales (@IAmDevonGales) November 29, 2015
A few recruit have also weighed in on Mark Richt and what the firing means to their interest in UGA.
Five star defensive back and Georgia target William Poole III:
https://twitter.com/__wp3/status/671024844285218816
https://twitter.com/__wp3/status/671026158486482944
Five-star UGA OL Commitment Ben Cleveland:
I have 100% faith in UGA bringing in the right man. I've committed to the program and will always be a dawg. Gotta stay positive
— Big Country (@BenCleveland74) November 29, 2015
Georgia WR JUCO Commit Javon Wims: “I was certainly surprised but Georgia is still my dream school and I’m still committed and looking forward to being in Athens next season.”
These numerous reactions on the firing of Mark Richt show how much he has meant to Georgia for the past fifteen years. It remains to be seen how this will affect the success of the program, but many of these around Georgia athletics seem to believe that he was the best option in Athens. We will see Richt coach one final game, as Georgia’s bowl opponent will be announced next Sunday.
