EVANSTON, Ill. – Northwestern head volleyball coach Keylor Chan will not return next season, Vice President for Athletics & Recreation Jim Phillips announced Friday.
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"Keylor Chan has dedicated himself to our volleyball program for nearly two decades," Phillips said. "His student-athletes have been leaders in the classroom and in the community. Keylor, Maren, Elinor and Casey always will be a part of our Northwestern family. We truly are grateful for his service and wish him nothing but the best in the future."
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Chan spent 16 years as head coach of the Wildcats, following a two-year stint as a Northwestern assistant.
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"I have appreciated the opportunity Northwestern has provided me in my career and I will always cherish the people," said Chan. "I have coached with some amazing coaches and had the privilege of working with some amazing student-athletes. I wish nothing but the best for Northwestern."
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A national search for the Wildcats next head coach will begin immediately.
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"Keylor Chan has dedicated himself to our volleyball program for nearly two decades," Phillips said. "His student-athletes have been leaders in the classroom and in the community. Keylor, Maren, Elinor and Casey always will be a part of our Northwestern family. We truly are grateful for his service and wish him nothing but the best in the future."
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Chan spent 16 years as head coach of the Wildcats, following a two-year stint as a Northwestern assistant.
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"I have appreciated the opportunity Northwestern has provided me in my career and I will always cherish the people," said Chan. "I have coached with some amazing coaches and had the privilege of working with some amazing student-athletes. I wish nothing but the best for Northwestern."
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A national search for the Wildcats next head coach will begin immediately.