April 5, 2005

VILLANOVA, Pa. - Fred Hill has resigned as Villanova's associate head coach, it was announced today by head coach Jay Wright.

Hill was one of Wright's first coaching hires, joining the staff in April of 2001. He spent two seasons as an assistant coach and was promoted to associate head coach in September of 2003.

"As with everyone in our basketball family, we are always pleased when someone gets a great opportunity," stated Wright. "Freddie has an outstanding opportunity in front of him and, although it is not our place to announce it, we are supportive of his decision. We'll miss Freddie but are very happy for him."