Ron Zook statement recap

Ron Zook: "I'd like to take the time to thank some people that have made the last 7 years special" First off, his family

Ron Zook: Gives thanks to Ron Guenther, coaches, & coaches families

Ron Zook: Really like to thank the Illini fans, friends in the media "you've been a fair group"

Ron Zook: "I think our program is really close, I really do"

Ron Zook: "Finally, I'd like to thank our players"

Ron Zook will not take questions.

RT @cwesterlund5 Zook is reading from a prepared statement

RT @WernerConnectFM #illini Ron Zook pauses before he thanks players. Chokes up a little bit. "It's a difficult time."

RT @sryantribune Zook had a classy exit, thanked family and staff members. Got emotional when thanking players. Said understood AD's decision. Didnt take ?s