Next Coach?
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It would have to be a young up-and-comer, or maybe even a hotshot assistant that the general public does not really know about. Reason for this is, if Jordan and Obekpa bolt, no established coach in his right mind would take this job. That's why I think Lavin ultimately gets one more year (no inside info, just a guess).
We also have to accept the fact that we will likely be looking for another coach 4-5 years hence, because either this guy gets fired, or he leaves for greener pastures.
Spocky Ramone
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Billy Donovan?
Spocky Ramone
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Cal's already on the list. I know Donovan's name has been floating around the boards (because those who do not learn history are destined to repeat it), maybe it was in another thread. I also recall see Doh, although I believe (hopefully) that it was in jest.
Young Rick has his challenges;
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prjohnnies
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I don't know if Rick Jr. desires to be back in the NY area, but if he does I think he'd be a good choice.
beast of the east
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To my knowledge both Hurleys are intense coaches. Are their sideline demeanors similar to Cluess, whose screaming on the bench has been criticized here by some of our fans?
prjohnnies
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Cluess gets criticized mostly because his team's play zero defense. He has won everywhere he coached, but his success at Iona IMO is attributable to bringing in talent that is much better than what exists in that league, which can is usually not that good and terrible this year. I don't think he could have he same results at a higher level with his no defense philosophy. He is perfect for Iona though.
Watched the game on Fox and prior to the game one announcer said St. John's would loose while another said we would win. When asked why I was very disturbed by his response which was unfortunately very accurate.
He said because St. John's looses to teams they should beat and beats teams they shouldn't.
I thought back to year one when we lost to Fordham and St. Bonaventure amongst others and then went on to beat top 20 teams. Unfortunately there is too much truth in what the announcer said which makes it very hard on the fans.
I for one would consistently like to beat inferior teams.
Today was a very nice win. Kudos to all especially Sir Dom who is finally being properly used.
He said because St. John's looses to teams they should beat and beats teams they shouldn't.
I thought back to year one when we lost to Fordham and St. Bonaventure amongst others and then went on to beat top 20 teams. Unfortunately there is too much truth in what the announcer said which makes it very hard on the fans.
I for one would consistently like to beat inferior teams.
Today was a very nice win. Kudos to all especially Sir Dom who is finally being properly used.
North, Dom has not been used any differently then he has before. The difference is he is making plays now. He hits his free throws but when he has the same shot that is not a free throw struggles from middle of the floor. To me he is MVP of season, if only he had a consistent jumper he may be best pro on the team.