IUFB -- DC Kane Wommack to South Alabama

[LamarCheeks]

Last year, we lost our OC. This year, it could be the DC. Wommack previously served as DC at South Alabama. Both the Jaguars and Arkansas State are in the Sun Belt -- which is FBS. 

I must admit, I never thought I'd see a Hoosiers defense play like it has this season. And whod've ever thunk programs would be looking to our staff for head coaching candidates. Yet another credit to how the program is faring under CTA. 
 

 

[DChoosier]

Bummer, but not a surprise. I go back to the days of Corso, the Memorial Stadium Nebraska massacre and Holiday Bowl and do not remember another year in which I enjoyed watching our defense so much. The attacking nature, and schemes, are a thing of beauty. He will be missed.

[JaybobHoosier]

If it happens it’s a bummer, but I’m not as worried about our defense. With Allen being defensive minded and the one that started that turnaround when he was brought on by Wilson, I think we will be just fine. Still, a big loss!


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[Stuhoo]

To be expected.

Congrats to Wommack on what is inevitable great news for him.

 

[JaybobHoosier]

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[Magnanimous]

Every DC leaves except at Clemson. He did a great job this year. 

[Josh]

2 hours ago, LamarCheeks said:

Last year, we lost our OC. This year, it could be the DC. Wommack previously served as DC at South Alabama. Both the Jaguars and Arkansas State are in the Sun Belt -- which is FBS. 

I must admit, I never thought I'd see a Hoosiers defense play like it has this season. And whod've ever thunk programs would be looking to our staff for head coaching candidates. Yet another credit to how the program is faring under CTA

I've never seen 3 words grouped together in a contraction before.  Bravo sir!

And congratulations to Coach Wommack.  Well deserved!  I hope of he does leave that he stays with us through a bowl game

[323SGrant]

Bummer, but not a surprise. I go back to the days of Corso, the Memorial Stadium Nebraska massacre and Holiday Bowl and do not remember another year in which I enjoyed watching our defense so much. The attacking nature, and schemes, are a thing of beauty. He will be missed.

Mr. I.M. Hipp and others!


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[Dalton26]

Honestly I’d be more worried if our OC left, but thankfully Coach Allen is a defensive guy. Congrats to coach Womack! It’s nice seeing our coordinators leave for head coaching jobs instead of lateral moves to other staffs.  
 

So do you all think we hire someone outside the program for DC, or does someone like Coach Peoples, Coach Shelby or someone internally get the bump? 

[maharkn]

Honestly I’d be more worried if our OC left, but thankfully Coach Allen is a defensive guy. Congrats to coach Womack! It’s nice seeing our coordinators leave for head coaching jobs instead of lateral moves to other staffs.  
 
So do you all think we hire someone outside the program for DC, or does someone like Coach Peoples, Coach Shelby or someone internally get the bump? 

I would imagine we promote from within. Someone that knows the playback, scheme, and has a good relationship with the players

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[MemphisHoosier]

It appears that Dwike Wilson will be joining Wommack as well.  Good move for Wilson, I will have to add South Alabama to my 'second favorite team' list with Coach DeBoer & Coach Inge's Fresno St. squad.

[johnsoniu]

Honestly I’d be more worried if our OC left, but thankfully Coach Allen is a defensive guy. Congrats to coach Womack! It’s nice seeing our coordinators leave for head coaching jobs instead of lateral moves to other staffs.  
 
So do you all think we hire someone outside the program for DC, or does someone like Coach Peoples, Coach Shelby or someone internally get the bump? 

Shelby and Peoples certainly deserve a look. But our DC position now carries a little more weight than previously. CTA won’t have a problem finding able candidates providing the bean counters are willing to open the pocketbook.

Congratulations and good luck to coach Wommack. Thank you for your contributions to this program.


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[LamarCheeks]

Well, it looks as if it's pretty much a done deal. As Hawk Harrelson (I detest him, BTW) might say: He gone ... 

Thanks, Kane -- and best of luck at USA 
 

 

[rcbowla]

I assume he'll stay on until this season is over right?

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[LamarCheeks]

Latest story I saw said it's uncertain if he will stay with IU through the end of our season. 

I'm always torn on those things. It's always difficult to tell if someone who's leaving is committed to finishing up strong at their old gig, or if they've already checked out -- so to speak. 

He's 33 -- and will become the youngest head coach in the FBS. 

[WayneFleekHoosier]

4 minutes ago, LamarCheeks said:

Latest story I saw said it's uncertain if he will stay with IU through the end of our season. 

I'm always torn on those things. It's always difficult to tell if someone who's leaving is committed to finishing up strong at their old gig, or if they've already checked out -- so to speak. 

He's 33 -- and will become the youngest head coach in the FBS. 

Strike while iron is hot, I suppose.  Too bad but also the name of the game.  Should I use a few more cliches to justify this one?

Edited December 12, 2020 by WayneFleekHoosier

[DChoosier]

6 hours ago, 323SGrant said:

Mr. I.M. Hipp and others!


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Yep.

We were the ABC game of the week, which was a big deal back then, and a popular media pick to win. We managed to hold Nebraska to 69...LOL...

Even after all those years, and all the beers I drank that day, I still remember seeing our entire OL and DL getting moved 5-10 feet every play. 

[323SGrant]

Yep. We were the ABC game of the week, which was a big deal back then, and a popular media pick to win. We managed to hold Nebraska to 69...LOL... Even after all those years, and all the beers I drank that day, I still remember seeing our entire OL and DL getting moved 5-10 feet every play. 

 

 

Yep. I believe Hipp began his career as a walk-on. Not a good day for IU football! IU Football coaches seem to be on the move. 

 

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[Class of '66 Old Fart]

Announced he's sticking around to finish the season.

Kane Wommack @KaneWommack

Thank you @CoachAllenIU!! We are so honored to have come alongside you and Tracy to build something special. So excited to finish this season off right with you and the #SwarmD!! #LEO

 

[Bobman1]

Congrats to Kane! A sign that IU is a program trending in the right detection, I can’t wait to see how he does at South Bama. We will certainly miss Wommack’s defense and whatever other coaches he brings with him, but I imagine many coaches across the country would kill for the opportunity to coach with Tom Allen. I have full faith that CTA hires the right man for the job and the defense continues their dominance!


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