Former SEC Coach Refutes Hospitalization Rumors
The former coach clarified on social media that Mark Richt is not hospitalized, contradicting circulating online reports. As an ACC Network analyst and ex-Georgia coach, Richt addressed these false rumors directly.
“Apparently, there’s something out there on the Internet saying that I’m in the hospital,” Richt posted on X. “Lol.”
He humorously added that if someone had seen him running down the street recently, they might mistakenly think he needed hospital care.
Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Health Updates
In 2021, Richt revealed his Parkinson’s diagnosis after people noticed changes in his movement.
“I have been waddling around lately and people have asked me what’s wrong,” Richt wrote. “I’ve decided to tell everyone at the same time. I have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Truthfully I look at it as a momentary light affliction compared to the future glory in heaven. Thank you Jesus for promising us a future blessing of a glorified body that has no sin and no disease. In the meantime I am going to enjoy the blessings that I do have. See you on the ACC Network!”
Richt also experienced a heart attack in 2019.
Coaching Legacy
- At Georgia (2001–2015), Richt compiled a 145-51 record, winning SEC titles in 2002 and 2005.
- He coached the Miami Hurricanes to a 26-13 record over three seasons before retiring in 2018.
- Richt played quarterback at Miami in the early 1980s.
- His final coaching years included a 10-win season in 2017 and a 7-6 record in 2018.
Author's summary: Mark Richt confirms he is not hospitalized, shares health struggles with Parkinson’s, and reflects on a distinguished coaching career.
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