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Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) issued the following statement today after former Third District Congressman Tom Osborne announced he would retire as Athletic Director for the University of Nebraska on January 1, 2013:
“Coach Osborne is a legend not only because of his success as a football player and coach, but also because of his life-long dedication to our state and service to others. During his time in Congress, he was an outstanding representative for the Third District. Today, I join all Nebraskans in wishing Coach Osborne the best and thanking him for his leadership, class, and countless contributions to our state.”
Osborne served as head football coach of the University of Nebraska from 1973 until 1997, and was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Nebraska’s Third District in 2000, 2002 and 2004. He has served as Athletic Director for the University of Nebraska since 2007.
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