ITHACA, N.Y. -- Cornell University Director of Athletics Andy Noel announced today (Nov. 25) that Tim Pendergast has been dismissed as head football coach at the university.

The Cornell football team posted a 1-9 record this season under Pendergast, including a 0-7 mark in Ivy League play.

"Tim Pendergast worked diligently in an effort to bring success to our program and the university," Noel said. "Unfortunately, we were unable to attain the progress that is needed. A coaching change at this time is in the best interest of Cornell University and its football program."

Pendergast's teams posted a 7-22 (5-16 Ivy League) record in his three seasons at Cornell.

Cornell will begin a national search for a new coach immediately.