FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. -- Methodist University Head Football Coach C.J. Goss has resigned his position the University announced on Friday.
 
Goss served as an assistant coach with the Monarchs from 2005 to 2012 and was promoted to head coach in the spring of 2013. In three seasons at the helm, Goss led MU to an 18-12 record, including a share of the USA South Championship in 2013. Offensive Coordinator Keven Williams will take over as acting head coach for the 2016 season.
 
"We wish C.J. Goss well in his future endeavors and thank him for his service to the MU football program," said Dr. Ben Hancock, president of Methodist University.  "We also welcome Keven Williams to his new role as acting head coach of this historic and winning program."
 
"I echo Dr. Hancock's sentiment regarding Coach Goss and I appreciate his hard work over the years on behalf of the football program," said Vice President and Director of Athletics Bob McEvoy. "Coach Williams has done a fine job as our offensive coordinator in recent years and I look forward to working with him to continue to move our program forward."
 
Williams has served as an assistant with the Monarchs since 2009 and has served as the team's offensive coordinator since 2011.
 
A national search for a permanent replacement will take place following the upcoming 2016 season.