Magic officially announce Frank Vogel as new head coach

ORLANDO, Fla. - The Orlando Magic made it official Friday, announcing Frank Vogel as the organizations new coach.

The two sides reached a deal Thursday and a news conference is scheduled for Monday at 1 p.m. to formally introduce Vogel.

"While we were conducting our search, it became very evident that Frank (Vogel) is a terrific fit for our organization," Magic general manager Rob Hennigan said Friday. "He is a strong, hard-working and experienced leader, who will continue to instill smart, physical, unselfish and defensive-minded basketball in our group. We welcome him into the Magic family, as we move forward in a positive direction."

Vogel replaces Scott Skiles, who surprised the organization when he resigned last Thursday. Vogel comes to Orlando as a proven head coach with playoff experience having led the Indiana Pacers the last five full seasons.

"In Frank (Vogel), we feel we have someone with tremendous perseverance, character and great balance," Magic CEO Alex Martins said. "He is an effective communicator, who brings a wealth of strategic and postseason experience, and is someone who is incredibly excited to embrace the journey ahead. We are excited to welcome Frank and his wonderful family to our Magic family."

The 42-year-old Vogel did not have his Indiana contract renewed following this season. The Pacers made the playoffs, but were bounced in the first round by the Toronto Raptors. During Vogel's tenure in Indiana he compiled a 250-181 regular-season record.