Wonderbilt has been looking for a replacement for Derek Mason for several weeks, and he has officially landed on his own. Notre Dame defensive coordinator Clark Lea, a former Commodores fullback, has been appointed as the new coach of his alma mater. Leah’s next official presentation at the press conference will be next week.
Athletic director Candice Lee said in a statement Monday evening that Clark Lee is a leader who believes in advancing that challenging but exciting task. “It incorporates demonstrative commitment to success, integrity and the strategic thinking it takes to create a winning football program, and helps our student-athletes reach their full potential. It understands the important role of athletics in living life. University, and Those outstanding scholarly pursuits and top athletics are integral parts of the Vanderbilt experience. ”
“I’m excited to be back at Wonderbilt to lead a program at an organization and in a city that has shaped me so much today and who I am today,” Leah said. “Vanderbilt is a special place with a competitive drive that I believe it can translate to winning. I grew excited for the role as I spent time with Candice Lee and Chancellor Diormeier – it’s very clear that they are the future. The Vanderbilt Athletics Program and football are united around common vision. “
Athletic’s Pete Sampson reports that Lee will The season is over With Fighting Irish before moving on to his new job on a full time basis.
Lee has been at Notre Dame since 2017, first as linebackers coach and then as coach Brian Kelly’s defensive coordinator since 2018. Fighting Irish is ranked 14th in the country in total defense (314.5 YPG) this season, 12th in scoring defense (17.1 ppg) and third in third-down defense (26.36%) this season. That success is a big reason why Notre Dame found itself in this week’s ACC Championship Game vs. Enters Clemson.
Notre Dame’s K Football Ledge Football Playoff allowed only 18.2 points per game (13th nationally) during the 2018 playoffs.
Lee, 38, played fullback for Wonderbilt from 2002-04 under Bobby Johnson after playing baseball for two years to begin his college career.
He has made stops at UCLA (2006, 2009-11), South Dakota State (2007-08), Bowling Green (2012), Syracuse (2013-15) and Wake Forest (2016) before landing at Notre Dame.
