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Post by IdahoBoy on May 5, 2004 19:29:39 GMT -5
You guys forgot all about Deitre Collins! She is available and I heard has been approached for coaching opportunities. She'll be a good candidate for WSU. Interesting! Yes, I did forget about Deitre... didn't I hear that she was getting out of coaching? Maybe not. The possibilities... I don't see it happening, although, I could see a few reasons why it could... |
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Post by IdahoBoy on May 5, 2004 23:19:27 GMT -5
A revised list based on new information and continued thinking by moi and others (especially Simplycurious). The list of candidates: - Charlie Wade, Associate Head Coach - Hawaii: In my opinion, the front-runner. Has the know-how to handle the program the way that WSU wants it to go. WSU has continually put their money where there mouth is and would love nothing more than a championship volleyball program: I think Charlie has the experience and skills to do that.
- Lee Maes, Associate Head Coach - California: Lee has to be taken into consideration, even though I don't think he'd take the job.
- Brian Heffernan, Associate Head Coach - Minnesota: I don't know much about Brian... anyone else have to add here?
- Deitre Collins, former Head Coach - UNLV: I don't think that Deitre has the whole coaching package for the Pac-10, as head coach... but I would love to see her name as assistant coach here!
Dark Horse Candidates - Nicole Lantagne-Welch, Head Coach - Miami: Would be an interesting fit. Miami had a miracle season two years ago, but fell off this season, which could be used against her.
- Beth Launiere, Head Coach - Utah: Could foreseeably pursue this vigorously. Lost a lot with Kim Turner and might be more interesting to rebuild in the Pac-10 than the MWC. Not that Utah will be bad, but needs a bit to be nationally prominent.
- Jerritt Elliott, Head Coach - Texas: His recruiting success is nearly legendary. His marriage to a WSU super-star could be an edge that none of the others have... but, he hasn't proven he can win... the biggest knock against him. (Well, yeah... I don't wanna hear personal attacks).
The list of candidates who I think will not fully consider the job: - Tom Hilbert, Head Coach - Colorado State: He has a very good base for an elite program iat CSU. It would be a shame to throw that all away, but I wouldn't ENTIRELY rule him out if the price was right.
- Debbie Buchanan, Head Coach - Idaho: I think that she would cost a lot for WSU. Yes, she is local, but at this point, she'd be starting over in Pullman, and she is on the verge of National greatness in Idaho. Plus, how awkward would that be, only 8 miles from a very close family of players?
- Susie Fritz, Head Coach - Kansas State: I don't think she (with new baby) would be all that interested in moving from family. It will be difficult enough coaching/travelling with family helping with the infant (if that is the case), let alone moving away from all that support. Don't think it would happen.
- Paula Weishoff, Head Coach - Concordia College: I don't think she'd be interested in moving.
- Burt Fuller, Head Coach - Utah State: Burt is in an interesting position. If he went for the WSU job, he'd have a record of jumping at the better jobs... I don't think that is the way that AD's want women's volleyball coaches now. Especially since all the football and basketball coach searches take up so much time... the fact that he has been at USU for only 2 years would work against him for a Pac-10 job (that I would assume he wouldn't be entirely interested in).
- Melissa Stokes, Head Coach - Southwest Missouri State: I think Melissa has been doing an amazing job back in the heartland... I think she needs a little more winning experience (dominating) in the mid-majors before a move to a major conference though. She could prove it this year, though!
- Karen Curtis-Lamb, Head Coach - BYU: No way! No how! I doubt she even applies, but if she did, hers would be one of the first to go.
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Post by buster on May 6, 2004 10:20:36 GMT -5
IB is letting his love for "pea and lentil capitol of the world" get in the way of logic:
I love the pah-loose, and it does have a lot going for it, but, I can't see a major-league candidate even really considering it at this point
Pac-10 Asst/Assoc Coaches--doubtful, they know the challenge of Pullman, and all those listed would have to be willing to move themselves and their families (if applicable) to the middle of nowhere. Not everyone loves nowhere. Besides, those names listed are going to be short list for every big job that comes up--so why take a chance (Oregon, OSU, ASU could all be available in next few years). Besides--of all those people you names, who has any Northwest US ties?
Diedre Collins to WSU--that is a good one! And From Miami or Texas to Pullman--hello?
Hilbert--fond wishes, but no way. Top 10 team this year. More likely to go into administration than take WSU job
Fritz,
It is GOING to be someone with Northwest ties--
Stokes--former Idaho Asst. coach, but has had her chances to move from SWMS and has not taken them--why go now? A california school (she is SDSU grad)--maybe. But not Pullman.
Curtis-Lamb (BYU)-- she did used to work at Wazzu, but she ain't leaving unless her football coach husband is leaving --though with BYU's recent records in FB I would advise they rent, don't buy in Provo.
Others:
Fuller-- what exact magic has he been doing down there? The only word I hear about him is "surly"
Utah coach has a perfect job down there and rules the roost---why would she leave? That would be like Cindy Fredrick leaving...oh wait. Still--no way.
I still think Idaho coach will get a serious look--and she should take a serious look. IB has his Vandal-Colored glasses on if he thinks Idaho is now bursting on "national prominence"--they have done a heck-of-a-job there, but Idaho can't even really tell you what conference they will be in in 2 years (and the one they got--Sun Belt--ain't goin to attract a lot of kids). The department is on thin ice financially...she should get out while she is a hot commodity (For goodness sake Carl F. jumped from much less success at Idaho to Pac-10 basement--and Debbie actually knows what she is doing).
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 13:07:03 GMT -5
There's a lot of interference on the boards. How often did someone post that Cindy Fredrick pulled out of the Iowa job? Too often.
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Post by simplycurious on May 6, 2004 13:56:36 GMT -5
We're still missing a prime candidate who isn't directly associated with the college game right now. This individual knows VB! The question is whether or not the WSU Administration will "put their money where their mouth is" when it comes down to a final decision. I'd say this individual could qualify as a 'dark horse' because (as I said) they're not associated with the college game presently. However, this person should get serious consideration from the committee...and I know they're interested. Now, we'll just have to wait and see how fast WSU moves on filling this position. BTW, this individual is not on IB's list above!  |
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2004 13:59:21 GMT -5
Well, thanks simplycurious, but I'm going to have to insist that I get paid. No more volunteer work for me.
That might be a non-starter for WSU...
And I want a WSU polo shirt or two!
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 14:00:39 GMT -5
I'll put a few cents on Ruffda's short list over anybody else's long list anyday. He mentioned Terry Liskevych. I personally don't know. I just question his stability. Ruffda's I mean, not Terry L. Isn't it Teras Liskevych, and doesn't the y come before i? Where's my Pacific media guide...
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Post by simplycurious on May 6, 2004 14:02:45 GMT -5
I'll put a few cents on Ruffda's short list over anybody else's long list anyday. He mentioned Terry Liskevych. I personally don't know. [glow=purple,2,300] BINGO - we have a winner!![/glow] |
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Post by simplycurious on May 6, 2004 14:05:20 GMT -5
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 14:06:20 GMT -5
Please send the prize money to:
The Idiot's Sage Grouse Fund
Moscow, Idaho
Idiot and Sage are oxymorons. But we should do what we can to cure idiocy among the Northwest populace.
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 14:08:08 GMT -5
Save Cindy Fredrick who is actually quite bright (although dastardly bohemian), everyone I ever met from the Pacific Northwest have been loons. A loon is a bird. Just like the grouse.
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 14:10:53 GMT -5
Whatever. I may have missed that thread. Xplaya is so quiet on the boards. Tho, I should add, quite insightful wrt vb shenanigans. Makes me think he/she is a player or coach or a vb parent. But whoever heard of a QUIET vb parent? Not me. Must be a player or coach. |
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Post by Xplaya on May 6, 2004 14:19:37 GMT -5
I'll put a few cents on Ruffda's short list over anybody else's long list anyday. He mentioned Terry Liskevych. I personally don't know. I just question his stability. Ruffda's I mean, not Terry L. Isn't it Teras Liskevych, and doesn't the y come before i? Where's my Pacific media guide... It's actually Taras. |
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2004 14:42:41 GMT -5
It was in the other thread (now on page 2). But I stole it from someone who mentioned him for the Iowa position. |
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Post by Rainforest on May 6, 2004 14:48:45 GMT -5
It was in the other thread (now on page 2). But I stole it from someone who mentioned him for the Iowa position. I won't go so far as to call you a thief and a burglar, but I think BIK will. |
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