2023 Coaching Carousel

[Rhodymob05]

At least we got through the Duke game before things got ugly with Hurley.

[ramster]

My guess is his mind is already made up and has been for some time. Much more to this than money.

I forgot, but just added to the list, that Bob Driscoll retired from PC recently. Long term AD who Cooley had great respect for.

[ace]

[theblueram]

At least we got through the Duke game before things got ugly with Hurley.

Nah, we knew something was up long before that game.

[Jdrums#3]

My guess is his mind is already made up and has been for some time. Much more to this than money.

I forgot, but just added to the list, that Bob Driscoll retired from PC recently. Long term AD who Cooley had great respect for.

Regarding the AD, check out PCFriars response to my earlier question on page 7.

[Jdrums#3]

Is this a pre-emptive penalty by the school because they strongly suspect they were hiring a tool ?

[reef]

PC Board up to 29 pages on Cooley now
Certainly brings more interest to the PC vs Kentucky upcoming NCAA game.

https://247sports.com/college/providenc ... 5/?page=29

Don’t have the time to read this but what is the overall feeling there ??

[bigappleram]

So are we still in the “Zero chance. zero” or have we advanced to at least 1%?

[ramster]

Kevin McNamara @KevinMcNamara33
1h
So the Cooley/Georgetown update is clear:
If there has been communication, Coach isn’t confirming.
There is zero doubt GTown will elevate contact once PC season ends.
GTown has not -and probably will not- informed PC brass of contact.
This IS a distraction to players/fans.

[bigappleram]

I’ll say 1 thing- if Iona and PC both lose on Friday then Saturday is going to be a rollercoaster of a day for fans of St John’s, PC and Georgetown.

Another nugget I’d add, if I’m a higher up in the BE I want him to go. The demise of the Georgetown and St John’s brand in huge markets is 1 of the few blemishes on the league in its new form. A great Georgetown program is better for the league than a really good PC program. Just saying.

[ramster]

Agree. You look at the BE standings and see DePaul at the bottom is one thing, but to see Georgetown at the bottom is altogether different. Just seems wrong. Huge opportunity for Georgetown and St Johns right now.
Also BAR, imagine all this going on with the NCAA Tournament in the prime time spotlight.

[BirutaFan69]

Matt Langel

If this comes to fruition, watch for Keegan Records as a grad transfer target. 6’10 forward, Patriot League first team, South Kingstown native

[Rhody15]

So are we still in the “Zero chance. zero” or have we advanced to at least 1%?

I will stick to my guns and still say it’s all smoke, similar to the Michigan gig where he got more money/program enhancements.

[bigappleram]

Either this is the greatest wartime diversionary tactic since WW2 to deflect attention from his players onto himself at a most critical time.

Or he’s allowing a massive distraction to hover over this team that could affect their performance.

Why would he do this if he was definitely coming back? Does he not want to beat Kentucky? The longer it’s not addressed the more real it becomes.

[bigappleram]

So are we still in the “Zero chance. zero” or have we advanced to at least 1%?

I will stick to my guns and still say it’s all smoke, similar to the Michigan gig where he got more money/program enhancements.

This is wayyy different than the Michigan situation. There isn’t even confirmation Michigan offered him - whereas we know in this case he is going to be GUs first choice. Also way more noise around this one and I don’t recall timing on UM but don’t remember it being a distraction before their tourney game like this situation. It’s not trending towards this being a negotiating tactic even if he ultimately decides to stay.

[theblueram]

This has all the makings of DH to uconn.

[Jersey77]

This has all the makings of DH to uconn.

Not really, URI to UConn is much different than PC to Georgetown, especially now.

I will still be surprised if somethings comes of it.

[theblueram]

This has all the makings of DH to uconn.

Not really, URI to UConn is much different than PC to Georgetown, especially now.

I will still be surprised if somethings comes of it.

You missed my point. uconn was in contact with DH long before the season ended. I think it's the same here. Also, URI faded that year just like pc.

[Iggy1979]

If Cooley goes I have no doubt Pitino will return to Providence.

[bigappleram]

If Cooley goes I have no doubt Pitino will return to Providence.

Not if he’s already inked by St John’s.

[Rhody15]

If Cooley goes I have no doubt Pitino will return to Providence.

Not if he’s already inked by St John’s.

I can definitely see Pitino stalling to see if Cooley does in fact leave for Georgetown.

[Rhodymob05]

We talk about how Cooley wouldn’t want to dive into a rebuild, but how about Rick? He’s 70.

[bigappleram]

If Cooley goes I have no doubt Pitino will return to Providence.

Not if he’s already inked by St John’s.

I can definitely see Pitino stalling to see if Cooley does in fact leave for Georgetown.

For sure it will only serve to drive up his price.
I still think he prefers NYC over PVD.

[Billyboy78]

At least we got through the Duke game before things got ugly with Hurley.

Nah, we knew something was up long before that game.

Yeah, like when Calhoun started showing up to practice and Moore was planted here.

[KevanBoyles]

At least we got through the Duke game before things got ugly with Hurley.

Nah, we knew something was up long before that game.

Yeah, like when Calhoun started showing up to practice and Moore was planted here.

You nailed that one. It was a done deal the prior summer. All they needed was for Ollie to go.

[ace]

Today I learned that there is a person named Sundance Wicks.

[Billyboy78]

Today I learned that there is a person named Sundance Wicks.

Is Butch Cassidy his assistant?

[Spook5365]

At least we got through the Duke game before things got ugly with Hurley.

Not really. Hurley was totally unprepared and had lost his team mentally for that game. It got ugly before that for sure.

[Rhode_Island_Red]

We talk about how Cooley wouldn’t want to dive into a rebuild, but how about Rick? He’s 70.

Have you seen Little Ricky? He's the undead.

[Rhody15]

We talk about how Cooley wouldn’t want to dive into a rebuild, but how about Rick? He’s 70.

You think PC would be a rebuild? Not even remotely close.

St John’s maybe a tad, but they have talent.

GT is the major rebuild.

[ace]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

[bigappleram]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

[Rhody15]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

Pitino St John’s

Cooley to Iona

[Jdrums#3]

Not if he’s already inked by St John’s.

I can definitely see Pitino stalling to see if Cooley does in fact leave for Georgetown.

For sure it will only serve to drive up his price.
I still think he prefers NYC over PVD.

And Madison Square Garden over the former Dunk.

[bigappleram]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

Pitino St John’s

Cooley to Iona

Grasso to PC. Manifest it!!!!!

[TruePoint]

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

Pitino St John’s

Cooley to Iona

Grasso to PC. Manifest it!!!!!

A greater personality match between a coach and a fan base is not possible.

[reef]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

Shrewsberry stock definitely appears on the rise , has a nice pedigree assistant to Brad Stevens with Butler and the Celtics and also was an assistant under Matt Painter , he will be on a lot of lists

[Rhode_Island_Red]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

Georgetown and the Bigheaded East would be a step down from Penn State and the Big 10.

[bigappleram]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

So many scenarios Ace. Any of the 3 could end up not securing their top target pending how things plays out. If PC or Iona win that first game it throws everything sideways.

Shrewsberry stock definitely appears on the rise , has a nice pedigree assistant to Brad Stevens with Butler and the Celtics and also was an assistant under Matt Painter , he will be on a lot of lists

Notre Dame

[steviep123]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

Georgetown and the Bigheaded East would be a step down from Penn State and the Big 10.

While I agree most big east schools would be a step down from most B1G schools Penn State has never been a power in hoops and isn’t as prestigious as Georgetown.

[Rhody15]

St. John’s would be a rebuild for Pitino.

It seems like one of Georgetown, St. John’s, or Providence will be left out or at least not getting/keeping their first choice. If Cooley stays and Pitino goes to St. John’s, does Georgetown go with Shrewsberry?

Georgetown and the Bigheaded East would be a step down from Penn State and the Big 10.

That is blatantly false and you know that.

Yea, Georgetown basketball is a step down from Penn St basketball.

Nailed it.

[Jersey77]

This has all the makings of DH to uconn.

Not really, URI to UConn is much different than PC to Georgetown, especially now.

I will still be surprised if somethings comes of it.

You missed my point. uconn was in contact with DH long before the season ended. I think it's the same here. Also, URI faded that year just like pc.

I think you are wrong Blueram, if anything it was Pitino they were courting.
Of course that all changed once St. John's got in the picture.

Hurley was the obvious choice for UConn all along.

[Jersey77]

My thoughts:

Pitino to St. Johns
Cooley stay put at PC.

If Shrewsberry goes to Georgetown (not so sure of that), his son decommits from PSU and follows his dad.
Agin if the PSU job opens up look for Mike Brey's name to be mentioned.

Let me also add, that if Wichita State doesn't call Turgeon they are crazy.
He had success there and took them to the Sweet16, before bolting for Texas A&M

[bigappleram]

Supposedly Turgeon is in the mix at Wichita St.
Shrewsberry could be more in play at Notre Dame vs Georgetown.
Indiana roots and has already spent time in South Bend.

[SmartyBarrett]

[Jersey77]

Supposedly Turgeon is in the mix at Wichita St.
Shrewsberry could be more in play at Notre Dame vs Georgetown.
Indiana roots and has already spent time in South Bend.

Yeah BAR, Shrewsberry mentioned for ND wouldn't be a surprise.

[bigappleram]

Supposedly Turgeon is in the mix at Wichita St.
Shrewsberry could be more in play at Notre Dame vs Georgetown.
Indiana roots and has already spent time in South Bend.

Yeah BAR, Shrewsberry mentioned for ND wouldn't be a surprise.

If he wins 1-2 games his stock will rise quickly. the Carousel is crazy!!

[Rhode_Island_Red]

Georgetown and the Bigheaded East would be a step down from Penn State and the Big 10.

That is blatantly false and you know that.

Yea, Georgetown basketball is a step down from Penn St basketball.

Nailed it.

Bullshit. The Bigheaded East has money; the Big 10 has GOBS of money.

[RF1]

[RF1]