The University of Illinois announced the removal of athletics director Mike Thomas on Monday after an investigation into the school's football and women's basketball programs.
“Mike Thomas has done a good job of leading through recent challenges,” Interim Chancellor Barbara Wilson said, per Jeremy Werner of Scout. “Decisions such as these are always difficult, but we have to focus on the best interests of our student-athletes. I believe this decision allows everyone to move forward.”
Thomas' tenure came under fire in recent months after allegations of student-athlete mistreatment, mostly centered on former football coach Tim Beckman.