Terry Bowden returns to Division I with Akron

AKRON, Ohio (AP)—Terry Bowden believes he is returning to Division I football after a 13 years away not just older but wiser.

The 54-year-old former Auburn coach was introduced Wednesday as the 27th coach at Akron. Bowden’s job is to restore a program with a rich tradition, state-of-the-art stadium, but a woeful record in recent years.

“Hold on to your hats, it’s going to be fun,” said Bowden, who took Auburn to an 11-0 record in 2003 and is 140-62-2 in 18 seasons at four schools overall.