The University of San Diego appears to have put itself in a very awkward spot regarding football coach Dale Lindsey.

On Tuesday, the university issued a statement indicating that Lindsey has decided to retire from coaching. The statement did not include a quote from Lindsey, with the only comment coming from athletic director Bill McGillis that praised Lindsey’s accomplishments and leadership.

That statement did not reflect the story Lindsey told Don Norcross of the San Diego Union-Tribune.