Home / Sports / Wake Forest Extends Coach Dickert After Surprise Season
Wake Forest Extends Coach Dickert After Surprise Season
3 Dec
Summary
- Coach Jake Dickert signed a long-term contract extension with Wake Forest.
- The team achieved bowl eligibility, exceeding preseason expectations.
- Wake Forest secured two wins against Top-25 ranked opponents this season.
Wake Forest's head coach, Jake Dickert, has committed his future to the university, signing a long-term contract extension. This agreement follows a successful 8-4 season, which saw the Demon Deacons achieve bowl eligibility for the first time since 2022. The team significantly outperformed expectations, having been predicted to finish near the bottom of the ACC.
Dickert expressed his enthusiasm for the "new era" of Wake Forest football, emphasizing the "commitment" to further invest in the program. He highlighted the stability and resources this extension provides, allowing the staff to focus on elevating the team. The foundation for this success was built by the current team and seniors, with Dickert excited about future prospects.
This past season was marked by impressive performances, including two victories against Top-25 ranked opponents. Notably, Wake Forest ended SMU's extensive 20-game regular-season conference winning streak. These achievements underscore the significant progress made under Dickert's leadership and signal a positive trajectory for the program.
