Offensive coordinator Stan Parrish has signed a four-year contract to become the head football coach at Ball State University. Parrish was BSU's offensive coordinator for the past three seasons and its quarterbacks coach in 2005. We are extremely excited Coach Parrish has agreed to become the head football coach at Ball State, said Dr.

Brady Hoke, who coached Ball State's football team to 12 victories this season, has been named head coach at San Diego State. Aztec Athletic Director Jeff Schemmel made the announcement Tuesday. Hoke, 50, signed a five-year contract with the California school, where he replaces the fired Chuck Long. San Diego State had a 2-10 season and Long was let go the day after it ended. Ball State finished 12-1 and will play in the GMAC Bowl Jan.

Ball State football Coach Brady Hoke reportedly will be named the next head coach at San Diego State University, perhaps this week. Hoke agreed to an enhanced contract with Ball State this year, raising his salary to $240,000 per year including additional incentives.