Saying he is looking forward to the "next challenge," June Jones today accepted an offer to become new head football coach at Southern Methodist University.
Jones said it was an opportunity he could not refuse.
"I'll always love Hawai'i," Jones said. "Hawai'i will always be a part of me. But it's time to move on."
Jones said he was overwhelmed by the outpouring of e-mails and calls from UH supporters the past few days. He said he broke down and cried at least six times.
He said he turned off his cell phone last night at his Dallas hotel, and prayed for a decision.
"I woke up with such a peace," he said, realizing he would accept the SMU job.
Jones will receive a five-year contract worth $2 million annually.
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out goes Frazier
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McMakin accepts the job
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