Ron Turner

Panthers’ losing streak continues

Peter Holland Jr. // Assistant Sports Director The Panthers ended their game against in-state rival University of Central Florida without a win after defense gave up 501 total yards and six rushing touchdowns, resulting in a final score of 53-14. Defense couldn’t keep up with UCF’s fast tempo, no-huddle offense. The Golden Knights put up 45 unanswered […]

FIU fires head Coach Ron Turner

The morning after a loss against University of Central Florida, Ron Turner was fired by executive director of Sports and Entertainment, Pete Garcia.

Spring Game gives first look at 2016 season

Head Coach Ron Turner, going into his fourth year, and his coaching staff has to figure out who’s going to replace their long time starters on defense.

FIU football opens spring practice

After finishing 5-7 last season and being one game short of bowl eligibility, FIU will come to this season with a lot of questions about the returning players going into spring practice.

Long time coach Kirk Doll joins Panthers

"I'm excited about Kirk joining our staff as the special team’s coordinator, he brings a lot of experience to the table,” said Turner.

FIU welcomes 24 new signees

"I am very pleased with this year's class," said Turner. "I think it's got a lot of versatility and a lot of good athletes."

Panthers add size and talent on National Signing Day

Jacob Spiwak/ Asst. Sports Director There are few days in all of sports sports that have as much importance and excitement surrounding them than National Signing Day. The futures of both young men and college football programs around the country are shaped on the first Wednesday of every February. This Signing Day was a critical […]

Panthers Add Defensive Line Coach Paul Volero

Volero is looking forward to work under Turner in the 2016 season and enjoys living in Miami. “I’m excited and delighted to be part of the Panther family in a great city like the city of Miami, where there is no better football in the world,” Volero said.
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Future Panthers Represented in National Signing Day

It’s going to be a busy day for FIU head coach Ron Turner. Right now FIU’s football team currently has 22 verbal commits in the recruiting class of 2016 and four players have already enrolled this semester.
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FIU represented in North Miami Inarguable Bowl

"We're thrilled that both Luis and Jeremiah have this opportunity to take part in this event," Head Coach Ron Turner said. "Both have been important to this program and it's great that they have another chance to showcase their skills."

What now for the FIU football team?

Where do the Panthers go from here? Well there are some positives and negatives sides as they begin their off-season.

Panthers’ 2015 Season Ends in Crushing Defeat

After getting embarrassed by Marshall University 52-0 just a week prior, the Panthers’ loss margin actually increased against WKU. FIU (5-7, 3-5) got demolished by the Hilltoppers (9-2, 7-0) in a 63-7 blowout.
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