TULSA, Okla. –– The University of Tulsa linebacker coach Joseph Gillespie will assume the position of defensive coordinator for the Golden Hurricane football team, it was announced today by head coach Philip Montgomery.
Gillespie, 47, has coached linebackers for the Hurricane the past four seasons and will take over as the coordinator of the defense from the retiring Bill Young.
"I'm excited to have Joe move into the role as defensive coordinator. More than anything, Joe was a key part in our transition over to the 3-3-5 look last season, just as was our entire defensive staff," said Montgomery.