tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post4704011256191277599..comments2023-12-18T15:05:11.960-07:00Comments on The Rumblings of a Deranged Buffalo: Coaching Search BreakdownRumblinBuffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16116266127359949491noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-49673624781009423752010-11-19T11:51:31.204-07:002010-11-19T11:51:31.204-07:001st - Yes, to a point. There are some serious sys...1st - Yes, to a point. There are some serious systemic issues, and I do think people tend to look past them when they consider the program. We sometimes perceive ourselves to be a top-10 or 15 all-time program, when in reality we’re probably top-20 or 25. But I don’t think our ceiling is set in stone, and neither does the AD. We're Gary's arguments valid? Sure, but I think his motives can be questioned (I think he's still steamed about how his firing went down) and I think his arguments are a little dated. He would’ve killed to have the financial and departmental support that Hawk got. Night and day compared to the athletic department’s situation under Dick Tharp.<br />2nd – Sure we have enough. If Colorado has proven anything, it’s that this state will support you if you win. We just have to get past some initial difficulties to get this thing running. The base is there, we just need to spark it to life.<br />When I talk difficulties and systemic issues this is that I’m talking about: The university as a whole doesn't get enough state-wide funding or political support (TABOR and the whole "Boulder-Liberal" crap hurts us), many of our facilities are on the small/old side for a big time program, state laws prohibit handing out more than 6 multi-year athletics contracts, we don't have a phys ed degree so JuCo transfers can be difficult to push through, and we can sometimes lag behind in donations.<br />These are neither insurmountable nor are we just letting them fester, which I think was Gary’s insinuation. We've made a huge effort over the past year getting laws passed through the CU legislature to relax funding restrictions and boost overall university spending (which helps athletics). We've made some great leaps over the past 5 years (cough, Mike Bohn, cough) to improve the facilities for our non-football sports (renovations to soccer complex and track complex, MASSIVE upgrades to volleyball and basketball facilities, and even the addition of the football practice bubble.), and I've heard that effort will now shift to improving more football specific facilities. Mike Bohn announced this year that they're going to reserve 3 of the 6 total multi-year contracts for football. While they haven't been able to get a phys ed classes back into the curriculum, I've heard musings from the department about taking that issue on as well. Speaking to funding, we’ve got a guy on the search committee (Solich) who’s dedicated to a $50 million donor plan. That’s something only a few programs can match. The move to the Pac-10/12 was made specifically to boost revenue both from television and donations.<br />You don’t just snap your finger and change years of neglect. The Athletic Department is trying, and trying damn hard to overcome the systemic issues and spark the fan base. (BTW, this is why I still support Mike Bohn.) We’ll get there eventually…RumblinBuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116266127359949491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-69235192071072015752010-11-19T10:28:45.174-07:002010-11-19T10:28:45.174-07:00Kind of on the table with this new coach talk, Bar...Kind of on the table with this new coach talk, Barnett mentioned in an interview a while back that the expectations at CU are beyond the funding. First, do you agree with this statement? And Second, do you think CU has the fan base, the alumni and the donors to ever compete (in terms of financial/otherwise support for the program) with some of the other powerhouses. I don't think we could ever get the support say Nebraska or Texas has (there is just too much to do in this state besides football), but could we at least become like an Oklahoma State or UCLA in terms of support (albeit from more than 1 person like Oky State)?Aaron Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03198321997290890703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-71123424933683277682010-11-19T10:21:20.980-07:002010-11-19T10:21:20.980-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Aaron Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03198321997290890703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-87174336771116079612010-11-18T22:15:48.983-07:002010-11-18T22:15:48.983-07:00quickly on malzahn... does the Cam Newton thing ta...quickly on malzahn... does the Cam Newton thing taint him a bit? we're still crazy paranoid about scandal (We reported, and took penalties for, under charging at the training table a few years back)RumblinBuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116266127359949491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-18178255414307315492010-11-18T13:40:00.614-07:002010-11-18T13:40:00.614-07:00They're pretty sure that Hoke is the guy here ...They're pretty sure that Hoke is the guy here in SD. Everyone is excited that they're going bowling for the first time in over 10 years. Not to mention that they gave TCU a scare last week.<br /><br />College football coverage in the U-T (as they call the local rag here) is pretty thin, but the things they do mention are how they're pretty sure Hoke is going to bolt for a bigger program come new years.Ricohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15580175472021524583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-79885606643967135442010-11-18T08:27:21.603-07:002010-11-18T08:27:21.603-07:00That's an interesting perspective and debate t...That's an interesting perspective and debate topic, Rico. It's akin to the debate over weather or not to recruit basketball players who will leave after only 1 year. Are the short term gains worth the potential long-term problems?<br /><br />On the surface I would agree with you; that a short term "win now" approach is the best. However, when you consider that we're not Alabama or Florida, with their deep pockets and strong talent foundations, I think it would be hard to not only lure that type of candidate (money), but to utilize them properly as well.<br /><br />Iowa State tried that route a few years back with Gene Chizik. He came, went 1-11 and left after one season. While we're not Iowa State (we're better, damnit!) I fear something like that, where the potential gains may get undercut by the realities of the situation.<br /><br />The reason I want someone who's going to be around for the long haul is that I think there are systemic issues with the program (current talent levels, donor base, facilities, etc) that will continue to stunt program growth into the future without a steady guiding hand. Having the revolving door at head coach, even a revolving door of successful ones, would only exacerbate some of those problems in 5-10 years.<br /><br />Hey, coaches are hired to be fired, and there's no guarantee that a "long-term" candidate like Bienemy would end up staying any longer than a "short-term" hire like Malzahn, so the argument may be mute. Strike while the irons hot and all...<br /><br />Either way, we need to end up winning sooner rather than later.<br /><br />BTW, you're in SD. What's the hubub about Brady Hoke?RumblinBuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116266127359949491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-68797408994213899132010-11-17T22:17:13.317-07:002010-11-17T22:17:13.317-07:00I love Bienemy. I really do - and I would totally...I love Bienemy. I really do - and I would totally support him as head coach. However, I believe Malzahn is the guy we're looking for. He's been a program hopper for a while (Tulsa and Arkansas), but hopefully we could keep him around for a bit as he gets credentials for coordinator gigs in the NFL.<br /><br />I've been debating with myself whether or not it's better to have a sort of 'dynasty' type coach (Bowden, JoePa) or a 'bottle rocket' coach (Saban, Meyer) who show up with a bang and leave suddenly. <br /><br />I would rather have a 'bottle rocket' coach where we could actually win and be glorious for a little while - get the program up to shape and able to sustain success - then get a long term solution like Bienemy.<br /><br />Again, Bienemy would be great, but I'm cool with a bottle rocket.Ricohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15580175472021524583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-86177374798318854542010-11-17T13:02:58.937-07:002010-11-17T13:02:58.937-07:00I want to repeat, I love Cabral. At the end of th...I want to repeat, I love Cabral. At the end of the day, if Mike announced his hiring tomorrow I'd essentially be fine with it.<br /><br />--<br /><br />It's not just wins and losses (although it is important), it's also demeanor and passion of the team as a whole. One of my biggest problems with the program under Hawk is that the team often played flat, almost lifeless at times. I loved the energy and passion the team (especially the defense) showed Saturday. Win or lose that needs to continue, no matter who the next coach is. <br /><br />I noted in Tuesday's post that the 4 wins this year came in circumstances of great pre-fabricated emotion. Was Saturday just another isolated incident based on the circumstances of the moment, or is it a sign that Coach Cabral's inspiration and passion have truly filtered down to the guys? I need more time to know. I need to see that same motivated team I saw against ISU again, win or lose. <br /><br />We could lose both games and still show that passion and energy enough for me to warm to the idea of head coach Brian Cabral. We could also win both games and have me stay skeptical. <br /><br />As it is, I think I'd be happy with Cabral stepping up to the permanent gig; I just want more evidence to be sure. To be sure there will always be doubts, since he's never run a program at any level. Can he recruit? How will he approach academic issues? What offensive style will he try to install through his OC? Can he motivate donors the way a Bienemy or Mac would? I just wish he had gotten that Northern Colorado job a few years back; that would've given us a great idea what we're looking at.<br /><br />Regardless, Bienemy is still my guy.RumblinBuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116266127359949491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030839680057503187.post-39586326490721082692010-11-17T09:56:41.012-07:002010-11-17T09:56:41.012-07:00I am curious what Cabral would do to change your m...I am curious what Cabral would do to change your mind about him being the guy? Would winning against K-State, and loosing competitively to Nebraska be enough?Aaron Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03198321997290890703noreply@blogger.com