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Pepperdine Announces Departure of Head Men's Basketball Coach Paul Westphal

Pepperdine wagering team announced Wednesday morning the departure of head men's basketball coach Paul Westphal.

Pepperdine Athletic Director Dr. John Watson said that the university was grateful for the leadership that Westphal brought to the team during the past five seasons. "Coach Westphal is among the most outstanding people I've known or had the pleasure to work with," Watson said. "We extend him our best wishes for the future."

Dr. Watson said that a search would begin as soon as possible for the school's new head basketball coach.