... University both decided to discontinue their football programs.

Hofstra, which had fielded a team since 1937, has produced a number of NFL players. The school president said that the cost of the team far exceeded the possible return of an FCS program.

According to the school's official press release : "The net cost of the football program is approximately $4.5 million, including scholarships, and the savings generated will be redirected to fund new faculty lines, academic programs and need-based scholarships."

The school cited poor attendance and the economic downturn as reasons why the decision was made now.

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