Farewell letter from Foley:
http://floridagators.com/news/2016/10/31/general-letter-from-jeremy-foley.aspx
Dear Gator Fans:
There are many things that I've been thankful for during my 40-year career at the University of Florida Athletic program. I'm thankful for the people that gave me the initial opportunity to come to Gainesville as an intern fresh out of the Ohio University graduate program. I'm grateful for the numerous individuals who have mentored me and provided guidance throughout my career. I'm appreciative of Dr. John Lombardi, who hired me to be the Athletics Director in March of 1992. I'm thankful for all of the presidents for whom I've been fortunate enough to work – Dr. Young, Dr. Machen and Dr. Fuchs. I'm grateful for the extremely talented coaches, student athletes and administrative staff over the years who were committed to excellence both on and off the field. And I am especially thankful for the passion and support of the Gator Nation.
I know I've said it many times over my career, but our success would not be possible without your support. You have changed the lives of many student athletes over the years who have competed at the highest level and grew academically and socially during their time at the University of Florida. Some of the most rewarding notes I have received since my retirement have come from former student athletes who talk about the impact we've had on their lives. That could not have been accomplished without you and your support. And for that, again, I thank you.
I look forward to the next chapter of my life, but I take great comfort in knowing that your support will continue and that the program is in good hands under the direction of
Scott Stricklin, one of the bright young minds in collegiate athletics.
I look forward to seeing you at our athletic events and beyond, because as we all know, the Gator Nation is everywhere.
Go Gators!
Jeremy Foley