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Following a disappointing season, Bieniemy and UCLA "mutually parted ways," according to a statement from his agent, Jason Fletcher. However, the term "mutually" raises eyebrows—one has to question the legitimacy of this claim when the harsh realities of his team's performance seem to suggest otherwise. The timing of the departure—announced only after the end of the season—implies that it may not have been a proactive choice by either party.
Fletcher attempted to put a positive spin on the situation, asserting that Bieniemy remains financially secure because of an ongoing contract with the Washington Commanders. Yet this seemed disingenuous in the face of Bieniemy's struggles and the observation that he has moved on from a role in which he initially hoped to thrive.