AUBURN – Auburn football head coach Hugh Freeze was diagnosed with an early form of prostate cancer, the school announced on Friday.
“Recently, Coach Freeze was diagnosed with an early form of prostate cancer," Auburn stated. "Thankfully, it was detected early and his doctors have advised that it is very treatable and curable. He will continue his normal coaching duties and responsibilities, and with forthcoming proper treatment, is expected to make a full recovery. Coach Freeze is incredibly appreciative of our medical professionals and has asked that we use his experience as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing and scheduling annual health screenings.”
Freeze will be heading into his third year on the Plains with spring practices set to begin on March 25 and Auburn’s A-Day game scheduled for April 12.
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