Former Georgia Bulldogs Coach Mark Richt Denies Hospitalization Rumors
Mark Richt, 65, who led the Georgia Bulldogs from 2001 to 2015, addressed false rumors about his health. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he stated:
“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 experienced a heart attack in 2019 and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2021. During his tenure with Georgia, he achieved a 145–51 record, securing two SEC championships and winning nine bowl games.
After leaving Georgia, he coached at his alma mater, the University of Miami, from 2016 to 2018.
Coaching Career Highlights
- Head coach of Georgia Bulldogs (2001–2015)
- Record of 145–51 with two SEC titles
- Won nine bowl games
- Coached Miami Hurricanes (2016–2018)
Mark Richt clarified misinformation about his hospitalization, emphasizing his continued activity despite past health challenges.