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UCLA names Tim Harris interim athletic chief after deficit

9/1/2026

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Tim Harris Interim AD

UCLA dismissed AD Martin Jarmond and named Lakers executive Tim Harris interim AD/CEO.
Chancellor Julio Frenk cited an unsustainable significant financial deficit as the reason.
Jarmond will receive the $6.5 million remaining on his contract, including a $5.9 million base.
UCLA athletics has posted seven years of deficits totaling $241.1 million, with a $21.6 million 2025 shortfall.
Harris will serve pro bono, seeking new revenue through partnerships, licensing and other ventures.

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Chesney Hired UCLA

Bob Chesney, former James Madison coach, will become UCLA’s head football coach as the new leader for the 2026 season.
Jarmond replaced Chip Kelly with DeShaun Foster midseason, who was fired after an 0-3 start.
UCLA’s move to the Big Ten significantly raised media-rights revenue to $61.2 million, up from $19.9 million.

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Tim Harris Interim AD

UCLA dismissed AD Martin Jarmond and named Lakers executive Tim Harris interim AD/CEO.
Chancellor Julio Frenk cited an unsustainable significant financial deficit as the reason.
Jarmond will receive the $6.5 million remaining on his contract, including a $5.9 million base.
UCLA athletics has posted seven years of deficits totaling $241.1 million, with a $21.6 million 2025 shortfall.
Harris will serve pro bono, seeking new revenue through partnerships, licensing and other ventures.

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