Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Blackwell's out as athletic director at Texas Southern University

Photo: Alois Blackwell

Texas Southern University athletic director Alois Blackwell was officially relieved of his duties on Tuesday afternoon after nearly seven years at the position.

"We appreciate Mr. Blackwell's contributions in his seven years guiding the program," said new TSU President John Rudley in a press release. "Now we must take the TSU athletic program to the next level."

Head football coach and former TSU quarterback Johnnie Cole will serve as the school's interim athletic director, while Blackwell will remain on the staff through the end of the academic year.

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