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Chuck Amato Statement
Posted November 26, 2006 11:50 p.m. EST
Updated November 26, 2006 11:58 p.m. EST
Statement from Chuck Amato:
"When I came to North Carolina State University, I set my dreams very high," said Amato. "My vision was to take this program to places that it had never been before in 100-plus years of playing football. We really don't know how long or how difficult it is to be able to attain those types of goals because we've never been there before in football.
"I didn't come here to use this job as a stepping stone like many others have or could. I wanted to surround myself with people who would help me stretch my vision and not choke my dreams. This is obviously a disappointing decision for me, but I would never do anything to hurt North Carolina State University. This season was a big disappointment but I'm very proud of what I accomplished during my tenure. I believe that my relentless persistence and my passion have brought an enthusiasm, an energy and an emotion that couldn't be equaled. Those same qualities are just as strong in me today as they were the first day I took this job. I haven't lost my passion, my will to succeed, or my joy.