Former Dawgs Coach Mark Richt Denies Hospitalization Rumors
Mark Richt, 65, the former head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs from 2001 to 2015, addressed recent false rumors about his health.
“Apparently, there’s something out there on the Internet saying that I’m in the hospital. But if you would have seen me running down the street today, it was so pitiful you probably would have thought I needed to be admitted to the hospital. Lol.”
Richt has a history of health challenges, having suffered a heart attack in 2019 and been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2021.
Coaching Career Highlights
- Head coach at Georgia Bulldogs (2001–2015) with a 145–51 record.
- Won two SEC championships and nine bowl games.
- Coached at Miami, his alma mater, between 2016 and 2018.
Despite health struggles, Richt remains active and responsive to rumors about his condition.
Author’s summary: Mark Richt firmly denies recent hospitalization rumors, emphasizing his continued activity despite past health issues including a heart attack and Parkinson’s diagnosis.