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Steve Sarkisian's wife, Loreal Sarkisian, penned a heartfelt note on Instagram for legendary Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban and wished him a happy retirement. The Texas Longhorns first lady also went on to call him ‘family.’
“An amazing career and an awesome human being! So thankful for Coach Saban and Mrs. T! Congrats on retirement! Family forever,” Loreal wrote in her Instagram story.
Loreal’s message was reshared by Nick Saban's daughter, Kristen.
Coach Saban retired after 17 years in Tuscaloosa. He led the team during a golden era in which the Crimson Tide dominated college football.
Saban's illustrious career spanned five decades, starting at Kent State in 1973. The 72-year-old won a record seven national titles, out of which six came in Alabama in the last 17 years.
Nick Saban's daughter Kristen Saban echoes Loreal Sarkisian's sentiment
Kristen Saban reacted to the news of her dad’s retirement with tears. Calling it a 'bittersweet moment,' she shared a snap of herself wiping away tears.
Kristen also pointed out that her father was the only college coach to win seven national titles, in three different decades, and never having a losing season.
Saban just missed out on the national title in the 2023 college football season, losing in the semi-final to eventual champions the Michigan Wolverines.
