"Chesney is hiring offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy and defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler - who both served in those same capacities under Chesney at James Madison - in a nod to continuity after the Dukes reached the College Football Playoff for the first time. The hiring of both coordinators was confirmed by someone with knowledge of the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity because the moves have not been announced."
"Kennedy has worked with Chesney for four consecutive seasons, joining his staff at Holy Cross as quarterbacks coach prior to the 2022 season before earning a promotion to offensive coordinator the following season. Kennedy then accompanied Chesney to James Madison before the 2024 season."
"Hitschler's ties to Chesney go all the way back to the Division III level. In 2011, Hitschler was Chesney's defensive line coach and co-special teams coordinator at Salve Regina before the duo reconnected at James Madison before this season. Both Kennedy and Chesney presided over units that were among the best in the country, James Madison ranking No. 11 in points scored (37.1 per game) and No. 15 in points given up (18.4)."
Bob Chesney is bringing Dean Kennedy (offense) and Colin Hitschler (defense) to UCLA to preserve continuity from James Madison's recent success. Kennedy worked with Chesney for four consecutive seasons, advancing from Holy Cross quarterbacks coach to offensive coordinator and then following Chesney to James Madison. Hitschler and Chesney previously coached together at Salve Regina in 2011 before reuniting at James Madison. James Madison finished among the national leaders, ranking No. 11 in scoring (37.1 points per game) and No. 15 in points allowed (18.4). Kennedy is known for creative offensive schemes, while Hitschler brings extensive defensive experience.
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