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Wake Forest Hires Jake Dickert from Washington State as New Head Coach, Replacing Dave Clawson with 23-20 Record

Dec 18, 2024, 02:27 PM

Wake Forest University has officially hired Jake Dickert, the head coach of Washington State, to replace Dave Clawson, who recently stepped down. Sources indicate that the decision to bring Dickert on board was made swiftly, with the announcement coming shortly after Clawson's exit. Dickert's coaching record at Washington State stands at 23 wins and 20 losses over four seasons, including participation in three bowl games. The hiring marks a significant transition for Wake Forest, as they seek to build on the foundation laid by Clawson, who had been with the program for several years.