USC athletic director Mike Bohn suddenly steps down

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USC Trojans athletic director Mike Bohn surprisingly resigned from his position, he and the school confirmed Friday.

Bohn was hired by the University of Southern California in 2019 after Lynn Swann left the program.

"After more than 40 years of college athletics leadership, it is the right time to step away from my position as director of athletics at the University of Southern California," Bohn said in a statement to the Los Angeles Times. 

"I have dedicated my life to serving student-athletes and advancing the enterprise of intercollegiate athletics."

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Southern California Trojans athletic director Mike Bohn reacts in the second half against Long Beach State at Galen Center Dec 14, 2022, in Los Angeles. ( Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports)

Bohn also touted the success he had leading USC through turbulent times and spearheading the program's pending move to the Big 10 Conference.

"I will always be proud of leading the program out of the most tumultuous times in the history of the profession and at USC with a restored reputation and national milestone accomplishments. I led the process to join the Big 10 Conference, hired marquee head coaches, produced the highest graduation rate in school history and won numerous national and conference championships."

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The 62-year-old hinted his health may have played a part in his decision to step down.

"As a former student-athlete myself, my purpose and identity are rooted in supporting young people as they pursue their athletic, academic and personal