Jan. 22, 2007

"When we gathered last week to start our search for a new head coach, we knew we wanted someone who would continue building on the program's recent momentum. We wanted someone who knew how to recruit and coach as well as communicate with fans and faculty and players. We wanted someone who could win while putting his players' academic success first. As we listed the attributes our new coach should have, we realized he was already here."
- Texas State University President Dr. Denise Trauth

"After meeting with various players, university administrators and others involved in the athletic department, it became clear to me that continuity and commitment were important," he said. "When I was listing my criteria for a head coach, Brad fit exactly what I was looking for."
- Dr. Larry Teis, Texas State University Director of Athletics

"We are very excited for Brad and the Texas State football team. We can't think of anyone better to represent Texas State University in this capacity. Here's a guy who has truly come full circle; from joining the Bobcats as a running back in 1977, to being part of the university's first national championship team, to coaching the Bobcats to their first Southland Conference championship, and now being named head football coach. Brad is a family man, he cares about people, and he cares about his players as individuals. He has a lot of integrity, and he will continue to be a great asset to Texas State and the football program."
- Billy and Marci Dunk, Parents of Cameron and Galen Dunk who both played under Wright at Texas State
- Billy Dunk was also a teammate and roommate of Wright at Texas State

"Brad is a man that can keep the momentum going. He is a man who will provide continuity at the university. And he is a man who will ignite the community."
- David Bailiff, Former Texas State Head Coach

"When I took the helm at Canyon High School in 1999 our football and athletic programs were not in good shape. I surveyed the team and community on what they wanted. The superintendent put it on my shoulders to make things right for CHS Athletics. Brad turned things around for us at CHS in many ways. He was loved by staff, students and athletes. The ladies in the office still keep a coffee cup set aside with his name on it for the rare occasion when he can stop by and have a cup. Here in Canyon America, we believe strongly in the integrity of the man."
- Bob Wiegand, Canyon High School Principal