Ouch is right. Like you said, I guess he felt it was the best choice for his family and himself. I hope their is an assistant than can step up and take charge. It's hard to believe they are going to find a coach that wants to make a change at this late date. But, then he did, so you never know.
I doubt that it was a factor, by that new school is a showplace. If their athletic facilities are on par with the rest of the school, it was surely enticing.