Edmonton Elks clean house: Presson, Sunderland and Elizondo fired after dismal football season
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After one of their worst seasons in decades, the Edmonton Elks board has fired president and CEO Chris Presson, general manager Brock Sunderland and head coach Jaime Elizondo.
After one of their worst seasons in decades, the Edmonton Elks have fired the head coach and top office bosses.
Effective immediately, the contracts have been terminated for president and CEO Chris Presson, general manager and vice president of football operations Brock Sunderland and head coach Jaime Elizondo, the Board of Directors of the Edmonton Elks Football Club announced Monday.
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The news came after 3-11 season which saw the Elks finish in last place in the overall standings.
A news release from Board of Directors chair Ian Murray said it was determined major changes at the senior leadership level were needed to improve performance and rebuild the trust and confidence of Elks fans, season seat holders and the community.
“I would like to thank Chris (Presson) for his commitment to the Elks and wish him well in his future endeavours. Chris has been a very hard working and respected leader for our organization through some very difficult times,” Murray said.
“Brock (Sunderland ) has been with the Club since 2017 and a committed member of the CFL since 2004, while Jaime (elizondo) was in his first season as a head coach and I know he cares deeply about the team.
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