University of Delaware Athletics
Ambrose, Cubit Join Blue Hens’ Offensive Staff
12/20/2018 9:49:00 AM | Football
NEWARK, Del. – When Head Coach Danny Rocco was asked about what he was looking for in his next members of his offensive staff, he laid out several categories, including a track record of success, experience and a knowledge and history of the University of Delaware.
That's exactly what Rocco gets with the hiring of Jared Ambrose (offensive coordinator/quarterbacks) and Bill Cubit (assistant head coach/running backs) to the Blue Hens' coaching staff. With the additions, assistant coach Alex Wood will shift over and mentor the wide receivers.
Both coaches have previous histories with Delaware as Ambrose served as a graduate assistant for the Blue Hens in 2007 and 2008, while Cubit was an outstanding player for Delaware under legendary head coach Tubby Raymond in the early 1970s.
"We're extremely excited to announce the hiring of both Jared Ambrose and Bill Cubit to our coaching staff here at the University of Delaware," Rocco said. "We recognized both of these coaches to be outstanding additions to our program. Both coaches met a long list of criteria that was put in place when we started our search."
Ambrose returns to Newark after spending the past 10 seasons as part of the staff at Towson University, including the past seven as the offensive coordinator. During his time with the Tigers, he was a part of three FCS Playoff appearances, including a run to the 2013 National Championship game.
He has coached two CAA Offensive Players of the Year, including this past year when Tom Flacco took home the honor. Last year, Towson led the league in scoring (34.5 ppg) and total offense (465.0 ypg). In addition to Flacco, he also coached Terrance West, who saw time in the NFL and was the runner up for the Walter Payton Award in 2013.
During Ambrose's previous stint with Delaware, he worked with the offense, which was led by All-American and Super Bowl champion Joe Flacco. His coaching career began with a three-year stint as a student assistant coach at NCAA II Shepherd, leading the team to a 29-5 record and three straight undefeated West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championships.
"Coming back to Delaware has always been a goal for my wife and I. The first time we were here, we quickly understood that the community and fans bleed Delaware blue and gold," Ambrose said. "This is a humbling honor to work for such a historic program and two well-respected individuals in Coach Rocco and Chrissi Rawak. I can't wait to help bring national titles back to Newark."
Cubit returns to his stomping grounds, where he was a standout QB turned All-American split end for the Blue Hens, playing for Raymond in 1973 and 1974. In those two years, Cubit was a part of a team that went 20-6 and took home the Lambert Cup twice, two NCAA playoff appearances and a national championship runner-up in 1974.
He brings a long history of coaching experience, including big success at nearby NCAA Division III Widener, where he led teams to a five-year record of 34-18-1, two conference titles and two NCAA appearances.
"It is truly an honor and privilege to join this talented coaching staff. As a proud alumnus, I look forward to coaching at this prestigious University and working with these outstanding student-athletes at Delaware," Cubit said. "I'm incredibly grateful to Coach Rocco and Chrissi [Rawak] for this opportunity."
His journey then took him to an eight-year tenure at Western Michigan where he piled up 51 wins and three bowl games, while also being named MAC Coach of the Year honors in 2005.
In total, Cubit brings 14 years of head coaching experience with a combined record of 90-72-1, including a stint at Big Ten member Illinois in 2015.
Cubit also spent time as the offensive coordinator at Western Michigan, Illinois, Stanford, Missouri and Rutgers during his career.
That's exactly what Rocco gets with the hiring of Jared Ambrose (offensive coordinator/quarterbacks) and Bill Cubit (assistant head coach/running backs) to the Blue Hens' coaching staff. With the additions, assistant coach Alex Wood will shift over and mentor the wide receivers.
Both coaches have previous histories with Delaware as Ambrose served as a graduate assistant for the Blue Hens in 2007 and 2008, while Cubit was an outstanding player for Delaware under legendary head coach Tubby Raymond in the early 1970s.
"We're extremely excited to announce the hiring of both Jared Ambrose and Bill Cubit to our coaching staff here at the University of Delaware," Rocco said. "We recognized both of these coaches to be outstanding additions to our program. Both coaches met a long list of criteria that was put in place when we started our search."
Ambrose returns to Newark after spending the past 10 seasons as part of the staff at Towson University, including the past seven as the offensive coordinator. During his time with the Tigers, he was a part of three FCS Playoff appearances, including a run to the 2013 National Championship game.
He has coached two CAA Offensive Players of the Year, including this past year when Tom Flacco took home the honor. Last year, Towson led the league in scoring (34.5 ppg) and total offense (465.0 ypg). In addition to Flacco, he also coached Terrance West, who saw time in the NFL and was the runner up for the Walter Payton Award in 2013.
During Ambrose's previous stint with Delaware, he worked with the offense, which was led by All-American and Super Bowl champion Joe Flacco. His coaching career began with a three-year stint as a student assistant coach at NCAA II Shepherd, leading the team to a 29-5 record and three straight undefeated West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championships.
"Coming back to Delaware has always been a goal for my wife and I. The first time we were here, we quickly understood that the community and fans bleed Delaware blue and gold," Ambrose said. "This is a humbling honor to work for such a historic program and two well-respected individuals in Coach Rocco and Chrissi Rawak. I can't wait to help bring national titles back to Newark."
Cubit returns to his stomping grounds, where he was a standout QB turned All-American split end for the Blue Hens, playing for Raymond in 1973 and 1974. In those two years, Cubit was a part of a team that went 20-6 and took home the Lambert Cup twice, two NCAA playoff appearances and a national championship runner-up in 1974.
He brings a long history of coaching experience, including big success at nearby NCAA Division III Widener, where he led teams to a five-year record of 34-18-1, two conference titles and two NCAA appearances.
"It is truly an honor and privilege to join this talented coaching staff. As a proud alumnus, I look forward to coaching at this prestigious University and working with these outstanding student-athletes at Delaware," Cubit said. "I'm incredibly grateful to Coach Rocco and Chrissi [Rawak] for this opportunity."
His journey then took him to an eight-year tenure at Western Michigan where he piled up 51 wins and three bowl games, while also being named MAC Coach of the Year honors in 2005.
In total, Cubit brings 14 years of head coaching experience with a combined record of 90-72-1, including a stint at Big Ten member Illinois in 2015.
Cubit also spent time as the offensive coordinator at Western Michigan, Illinois, Stanford, Missouri and Rutgers during his career.
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