In the meeting, Holder said it was a difficult decision letting Ford go after eight seasons, especially a coach with Ford's character.
"It's hard to admit you've come to the end of the road," Holder said. "We spent eight years together, him doing his job and working hard. (He was) totally committed to OSU basketball. ... It's just hard to come the realization that it might be best for all parties to try something else."
Holder said it was a culmination of things that led to Ford's firing.