UConn Head Coach Jim Calhoun Takes Medical Leave of Absence

UConn head basketball coach Jim Calhoun has been hindered by health problems throughout much the past few years, and it appears that the troubles have returned.

The Huskies legend will take a medical leave of absence from his head coaching position, effective immediately, according to uconnhuskies.com. The announcement was made on Tuesday.

UConn health center physician Peter Schulman, M.D., released the following statement concerning the coach's health:

"It is my recommendation that Coach Calhoun take a medical leave from his coaching position to address some temporary medical issues, none of which involve any previous medical conditions that he has dealt with."

The statement most likely refers to Calhoun's well-documented battle with cancer in the past.

UConn director of athletics Jeffrey A. Hathaway released this statement:

"Our primary concern is Coach Calhoun's health and his complete recovery. We will do everything possible to support Coach during this time. Jim and I both know that the men's basketball program is in very capable hands under the leadership of associate head coach George Blaney."