BREAKING: West Virginia football Head Coach Rich Rodriguez Announces Divorce wife Rita Amid Personal Struggles — Focus Remains on Family and …
West Virginia University’s Head Football Coach, Rich Rodriguez, has reportedly announced his divorce from his wife, Rita Setliff Rodriguez, after 35 years of marriage. The news comes amid personal struggles, including past controversies surrounding Rodriguez’s coaching career.
## The Rodriguez-Setliff Relationship
Rich Rodriguez and Rita Setliff met at West Virginia University, where they both excelled in sports – Rodriguez in football and Setliff in tennis and cheerleading. They tied the knot on July 1, 1989, and have two children together, Raquel and Rhett. Their relationship has been put to the test over the years, including during Rodriguez’s high-profile coaching career and the subsequent scrutiny that comes with it ¹ ².
## Challenges in Their Marriage
The couple has faced numerous challenges, including past infidelities and workplace misconduct allegations against Rodriguez. In 2018, he admitted to having an extramarital affair, which led to his firing from the University of Arizona. Despite these challenges, the couple has consistently emphasized the importance of family and mutual support in their relationship.
## Family Support
Rita has been a constant source of support for Rich throughout his coaching career, often prioritizing their family’s well-being over the demands of his job. Their children have also been involved in sports, with Raquel serving as West Virginia’s Assistant AD for Football Management and Strategy, and Rhett working as a quarterbacks coach under his father ³ ¹.
Moving Forward
As Rich Rodriguez focuses on his coaching career and family, it’s unclear how this divorce will affect his personal and professional life. Given the couple’s history of navigating challenges together, it’s possible that they will continue to prioritize their family’s well-being despite their marital split.
