Fire Coach Woodson Thread

[Pagoda 1,246]

1 minute ago, Chris007 said:

I'm not even sure that Bruce is on the list any longer. He's allowed to do whatever he wants at Auburn and his son might take over for him one day. 

Tbh I don't know why he would leave.  Top-5 team, pretty darn good NIL, they have a nice thing going with the fans there, and he's got a lot of autonomy like you said.  I don't think he's a fit.  I'd prefer a younger guy like McCollum, but I don't know, I've got to trust Scott to figure it out in the interviews.

[Chris007 46,989]

1 minute ago, Stuhoo said:

I'm skeptical that the 'high-profile list' is possible, but Stevens or May would be great.

However, while they fit the bill of fantastic, proven, high-level coaches, a great choice is also possible without winning the introductory press conference. Because ultimately, I'm interested in a program that consistently wins at a high level through hard work and pristinely excellent attitude.

So a lower-profile but potentially outstanding list could also be: Micah, Bucky, Alan, maybe Ben. 

 

I think Micah might be out. He would be a tough sell to a hungry fanbase

[VFury 60]

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

[maharkn 1,800]

12 minutes ago, akumanina said:

You ready for his strong a$$ offer? 

Like Sampson, what he did to get fired is legal now. 

[Capt. Crimson 3,513]

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

Agreed. It’s exactly what’s happened on last two searches.

Billy -> Archie
Brad -> Woody


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[IUFAN1976 3,885]

I know many on here aren’t a Chris Beard fan, but the guy wins!  I don’t know what he allegedly did, but I would look his way if I were Scott Dolson.

[Capt. Crimson 3,513]

Like Sampson, what he did to get fired is legal now. 

Yeah but something about pimps and marijuana.


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[AKHoosier 7,110]

4 minutes ago, VFury said:

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

And when the dust settled they have a top 10 team, play an exciting/modern style of basketball, and Pope looks to be a great fit. 

He'll be judged by how he does in the tournament though. That's always been his big question mark.

[kreigh8 2,102]

Randy Wittman come on down, you're the next contestant on IU HC Star-search

[IUFAN1976 3,885]

3 minutes ago, VFury said:

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

I still think in the end, it’s going to be Dusty May!  

[Capt. Crimson 3,513]

I know many on here aren’t a Chris Beard fan, but the guy wins!  I don’t know what he allegedly did, but I would look his way if I were Scott Dolson.

Allegedly got drunk and choked his fiance.

But then charges got dropped later on. Who knows.


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[Stuhoo 82,430]

37 minutes ago, Pagoda said:

Fwiw that's how I feel too.  I really don't need each article about our new coach hire including a section on DV allegations.  Maybe it's unfair to Beard, but the fact of the matter is that will happen.  I don't want anyone else picking the coach except Scott, but this is something Pam and the BoT should have some input on, they are responsible for considering reputation/headline risk for the university.

I've heard there are more issues with Beard beyond the public DV ones.  There are many good coaches out there, we just don't need to take on all these issues he brings.

Yes. Beard says that the domestic violence altercation happened because he was drunk, and that he still drinks but now controls his temper. 

Kevin Wilson-problem vibes are an absolute no-no.

[Stuhoo 82,430]

9 minutes ago, VFury said:

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

@VFury ... welcome to the board and a great first post! (partly because I happen to very much agree with it).

[hper50 1,360]

Of the current players on the roster, who would you even want back? The woody effect…

[Stuhoo 82,430]

3 minutes ago, hper50 said:

Of the current players on the roster, who would you even want back? The woody effect…

A bunch of the ones with eligibility after this year could be excellent with the right work ethic and coaching development instilled. Guys like Rice, Tucker, Carlyle, Newton, and Reneau could be real, major assets.

[Chris007 46,989]

15 minutes ago, VFury said:

To see how our search is gonna go, just look at Kentucky's search last year. We're gonna go after Drew, Stevens, Pearl. When they all inevitably say no we're gonna settle for Ben Mccollum. I still think that scenario works out for us, but I just see something like that happening.

I would be very surprised if that happens. I have been surprised before though. Also, UK ended up with one of their own. Just like we could end up with one of ours.

[Chris007 46,989]

I will say I'm pleasantly surprised to hear of the conversations that have and are taking place last night and this morning in the athletic department. 

[JSHoosier 20,665]

36 minutes ago, iu eyedoc said:

The excuse/blame train is at full throttle 

 

0:35 - Illinoizzz

1:00 - " We've had some good games against big time opponents...um the 3 years...the record doesn't indicate that."

1:20 - blames the player for the last two losses

1:44 - Champions the Malik excuse

2:52 - Answers ," sure we do miss Malik"  to  "What's your approach and what do you fell you need to do to do some soul searching yourself?"

3:35 "How do explain 60? In a 125 years of IU basketball that has never happened before, I mean how do you explain that?" MW: I wish I knew" "...60 points is way too many"

4:00 "What happened with Ballo and what are you going to do?"  MW: "There's not a whole lot I can do?"

5:55 "Back in Oct you called this the most talented roster you've had, Is there a reason it hasn't really clicked yet?  MW: " Well again you miss your leading scorer the last 5 or 6 games..."

He's right that things need to change. He wouldn't like the change that needs to be made though.

[Capt. Crimson 3,513]

I will say I'm pleasantly surprised to hear of the conversations that have and are taking place last night and this morning in the athletic department. 

Go on…


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There are a host of “red flags” that will appear in the eventual Mike Woodson coaching autopsy. One that stands out as particularly alarming…. Indiana went 0-31 on Top-100 HS guard offers after signing Jalen Hood-Schifino.