Kali Robinson
Sports Editor
Cameron University Volleyball Coach Doug Tabbert resigned Monday, Nov. 18, at the conclusion of the Fall 2013 season.
“I think I can contribute to a program, so I’m just trying to find the place,” Tabbert said.
Coach Tabbert has been a part of the Cameron University Aggies’ coaching staff for three seasons. Along with the 7-23 record overall for the season (including 0-16 in the Lone Star Conference and 7-7 in non-conference games), Tabbert coached the ladies through a 10-22 overall record in 2012 and a 15-15 overall record in 2011.
“I certainly was not happy with our record,” Tabbert said.
“I certainly thought there were some reasons that contributed to that that were outside of my control, unfortunately.”
Tabbert added that the injuries during the season were pretty devastating to the team’s situation, but said that it is part of the deal.
According to Athletic Director Jim Jackson, Cameron University is in the process of finding a coach for next semester.
“I hope to have somebody named by the start of classes in January,” Jackson said. “It’s 75% coaching 25% teaching in the P. E. department … Therefore, they have to have a Master’s degree.”
Jackson added that January was optimistic as the hiring process takes time.
“We’re going to take as long as we need to to find the right person.”
According to Jackson, the job is posted, and Cameron is currently collecting applications. Jackson also said that it would be someone outside of the current staff.