I think he did the best one could expect, given all the challenges that people have mentioned. Above all, he conducted himself honorably and never made excuses for the circumstances that faced the program. I wish him much success in his next position and thereafter.
I agree he did the best he could, given the circumstances.
Paul’s article references the fact that we’re using a head hunter firm (Bowlsby Sports Advisors) to find a new head coach.
My question is why spend our limited money on that? What value are they really providing? Is that the best use of resources?
A firm to find an applicant for a highly desirable (relatively) job amongst the talent pool of current college coaches while all resumes (W-L, player / coaching credentials) are public. IMO is a giant waste of time and money.
I’ll help out. Find all Division 3 Head Coaches with high levels of success at non scholarship level. Then all coordinators at the FCS levels from successful non or limited scholarship programs (PFL, Ivy, Patriot) contact all the above. Find clients interested, interview.
Cecchini endorsed the LaBara admin for Fox when he was being interviewed. I wonder if Fox would do the same for Hosmer
looks like many current players are upset about Fox being let go. The team had momentum and came off a big win. Current Admin should be embarrassed if they did this without a replacement in hand.
I agree that they are a waste of money, but I understand why they are used. In Valpo's case, with the revolving door inside the athletic department, a national coaching search is just another headache. Hiring a firm to do the job for you is purely done for convenience sake. However I also think that it is stupid as well, but from a business standpoint it makes sense.
