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maybe AD is next

I think it would be fun for my kid

Well here’s what I call a fan-friendly promotion!

Well then Groce was in the mix post extension.

Net net it worked out for everyone this cycle

And, there it is. Per my prior post: The most interesting twist, I think if folks close to UA MBB insiders do a little digging you may learn that Sendy wasn't the only local MAC coach who used being active in the Fordham pool to put pressure on administration to get a stronger commitment for his program. Smart, and possibly even orchestrated between friends. The friends I’m referring to Groce, Wentz and Guthrie. They kept it all quiet intentionally. They aren’t going to be out touting anything that will spook the players/recruits or for other programs to feed off of like Kent. We all know Akron = strategic. Kent = well ? So the only point I would disagree on with Hilltopper is UCR was not exactly the first choice but likely was second. Groce was first before a pool was even established, discussions were had and it allowed Groce to put even more pressure on an administration with no leader in place right now after a historic season.

Now it's officially in the 'poorly' state. Looks like they lost Magpayo! I will always try to be objective above anything else

Good catch, corrected as I was not referring to 'you.' I don't believe they ended up with their 3rd or 4th candidate. My primary point was these searches involve a lot of smoke, that said it could very well be the case it was not their first choice. I do agree with you, no matter who they ended up with, it will be a monumental task.

Actually Hilltopper posted 'not likely' and wasn't specific on Sendy 'choosing' to stay. Hilltopper may have assumed or knew Guthrie hiring Senderoff was never a sure thing. Don't believe everything you read from the Twitter trolls, these searches are far from black and white like that. Sendy and his agent played interest from Fordham as a finalist into a 6-year extension and much more. Good for them. That's what experienced agents do, intentional leaks that get results for their clients! The most interesting twist, I think if folks close to UA MBB insiders do a little digging you may learn that Sendy wasn't the only local MAC coach who used being active in the Fordham pool to put pressure on administration to get a stronger commitment for his program. Smart, and possibly even orchestrated between friends. As I've said before on this forum, despite the fact that a handful of folks on this board can't look beyond your wishful thinking and misguided belief that Guthrie is universally disliked by everyone at UA internally, donors/fans externally, and the MAC, he maintains strong relationships here. And does the search really reflect that poorly on Fordham? They've gotten more basketball buzz in the past 24-48 hours than they've had in 25 years and many from the A10 are calling the new coach a homerun hire. Sendy was part of a larger pool that centered on existing relationships with head coaches from the MAC and elsewhere - new coach worked in UC system and Columbia for example where Guthrie also has strong ties. BTW speaking of searches, how about one closer to home...are we ever going to hire a new AD? @MangoZip

Mind boggling to me how difficult it has been to get this women’s soccer program going - both from the local area /interest in girl’s soccer and the success of our men’s program.

Or this is why they are fighting so hard to keep Pinky. If Kent AD loses football and basketball coach in one day, he might be gone too.

You definitely could have had a Pinky tshirt and gear side hustle going.

I know and can appreciate the passion involved with hating our rival, but I'm genuinely curious is Senderoff truly a bad person/awful individual that warrants wanting his career to tank? Maybe Ford and Christian were in fact awful individuals, but I've heard Pinky is actually friends with both Groce and Dambrot, running in the same local coaching circles and all with mutual respect for one another? I think in terms of fandom and rivalries we have one of the best and I think most underrated nationally, but wishing someone ill will, just wondering if it is warranted by something specific?

As can all his peers, some of whom are hopping all over the place with no loyalty to their own guys. MSU in that logo chart is like the P4 version of Akron.

This right here from Izzo. Gem.

Not specific to the MAC, but NIT related. Just a kid being honest about his experience. I know there are mixed feelings about NCAA or don’t play any post season at all, but if NIT is paying expenses etc. seems like a no brainer to participate. He talks about being able to keep playing as a team and now have the experience of being on a magical post season run even though it’s not the NCAA tourny.

I don’t think he would ever go there after how they treated Steele on the way out!

So much for my high hopes. Off to a very slow, discouraging start to MAC play. Stranded 11 in 8-2 loss to Oakland today.

Watch this trend closely! Not the first, won't be the last.

Well 12v4 was just a heck of a game between Colo St and Maryland. Wow! Freshman with the game winner! Guess he'll transfer now and rumor is both coaches are moving on to other schools as well.

What I tell ya.

McNeese manager is darling of the dance already. I’m sure he’ll transfer to NC State along with Wade and many from the team. That’s when you know we’re in a different world - when the manager makes news as a major transfer.

😂 guess we even compete for headlines related to budget cuts

I don’t think Bud will let anyone walk.