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Claremore’s Hurt Slams Gundy Firing Timing, Reveals Grit Behind Mateer’s Injury Battle

Claremore’s Hurt Slams Gundy Firing Timing, Reveals Grit Behind Mateer’s Injury Battle

Timing, in sports as in life, can be everything — or nothing at all. So when Claremore’s football coach Jarrett Hurt learned of Oklahoma State’s sudden decision to part ways with Mike Gundy — a figure synonymous with the program for nearly two decades — he was left shaking his head, bewildered by an announcement that came just a day after the anniversary of Gundy’s legendary “I’m a man, I’m 40!” moment. It’s not just about the timing, though; Hurt saw this abrupt shift as a harsh blow not only to the Cowboys’ legacy but also to the players caught in the crossfire. This move jolted the community, raising questions about the future and the cost of swift change in the high-stakes world of college football. LEARN MORE

Claremore football coach Jarrett Hurt couldn’t help but shake his head at the timing.

Oklahoma State football cut ties with longtime coach Mike Gundy just one day after the 18-year anniversary of his famous “I’m a man, I’m 40!” rant, and to Hurt, the decision felt abrupt and unfair to both the program and its players.

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