Assistants under Coach Miller 2022-23
Posted: Sat Mar 19, 2022 9:37 pm
Figured I'd start this thread since people were clamoring for it. I imagine we'll hear more in the coming weeks but let the speculation flow here.
If Jimmy B retires a good chance Autrey will be promoted to HC.LIRAM wrote: ↑2 years ago Tom Ostrom is a realistic target and would be great.
Allen Griffen is at his Alma Mater Syracuse but that staff could shake up depending on what happens with Jimmy B.
Mike Roberts seems to be Wes Millers guy at Cincinnati but he was with Archie at IU
Bill Comer will come over because he has always been with Archie- He will slide into Director of Basketball Operations
Tyson maybe.
Really? What happened?SmartyBarrett wrote: ↑2 years ago Christian had some behind-the-scenes issues at GW - not likely that he comes here.
Perhaps but the $765k was agreed to by Miller so we can only presume he knows it’s sufficient for a quality staff.
I didn't find anything about Christian having behind the scenes issues at GW. I read their message board and it seems the firing of Christian was a surprise to all. He was just finishing his 3rd year of a 5 year contract. At URI most thought URI would never fire after 3 years because that would get out in the Coach Hiring world and we would have a bad name. So the GW firing surprised and many are faulting the AD - they do not overall have a good impression of her.ace wrote: ↑2 years agoReally? What happened?SmartyBarrett wrote: ↑2 years ago Christian had some behind-the-scenes issues at GW - not likely that he comes here.
Seems kind of surprising to me as well , not sure if this potential new hire is going to be an upgraderamster wrote: ↑2 years agoI didn't find anything about Christian having behind the scenes issues at GW. I read their message board and it seems the firing of Christian was a surprise to all. He was just finishing his 3rd year of a 5 year contract. At URI most thought URI would never fire after 3 years because that would get out in the Coach Hiring world and we would have a bad name. So the GW firing surprised and many are faulting the AD - they do not overall have a good impression of her.ace wrote: ↑2 years agoReally? What happened?SmartyBarrett wrote: ↑2 years ago Christian had some behind-the-scenes issues at GW - not likely that he comes here.
Rhody could use the money? We just signed a coach for 5 years at $9.5M. Who is paying us?Rhodysk wrote: ↑2 years ago I’m sure Archie has some assistants lined up. Maybe even before he took the “ official offer Thursday night “.
Do coaches still go to the final four weekend to “ mingle “?
If so I hope Archie goes and talks up the school.
If I recall isn’t that the time Baron set up the game at Duke?
For the first couple years I wouldn’t mind if Rhody played away games against top schools or even neutral places. That’s extra pay games and Rhody could use the money.
Realistically I expect year 3 Rhody could really be rolling, possible sweet 16. First 2 years will definitely have its ups and downs but I expect more ups than downs.
I’d take a buy game against any mid to top P6 school next year.theblueram wrote: ↑2 years agoRhody could use the money? We just signed a coach for 5 years at $9.5M. Who is paying us?Rhodysk wrote: ↑2 years ago I’m sure Archie has some assistants lined up. Maybe even before he took the “ official offer Thursday night “.
Do coaches still go to the final four weekend to “ mingle “?
If so I hope Archie goes and talks up the school.
If I recall isn’t that the time Baron set up the game at Duke?
For the first couple years I wouldn’t mind if Rhody played away games against top schools or even neutral places. That’s extra pay games and Rhody could use the money.
Realistically I expect year 3 Rhody could really be rolling, possible sweet 16. First 2 years will definitely have its ups and downs but I expect more ups than downs.
Well sure if a top team wants to play us and pay us. We should take it. Just think with Archie coming in, who wants to pay us? Isn't the whole idea of a buy game is it's an easy win?Rhody15 wrote: ↑2 years agoI’d take a buy game against any mid to top P6 school next year.theblueram wrote: ↑2 years agoRhody could use the money? We just signed a coach for 5 years at $9.5M. Who is paying us?Rhodysk wrote: ↑2 years ago I’m sure Archie has some assistants lined up. Maybe even before he took the “ official offer Thursday night “.
Do coaches still go to the final four weekend to “ mingle “?
If so I hope Archie goes and talks up the school.
If I recall isn’t that the time Baron set up the game at Duke?
For the first couple years I wouldn’t mind if Rhody played away games against top schools or even neutral places. That’s extra pay games and Rhody could use the money.
Realistically I expect year 3 Rhody could really be rolling, possible sweet 16. First 2 years will definitely have its ups and downs but I expect more ups than downs.
Get our team/program/coach on national tv as much as we can.
Fact. Still in Bloomington, doing NIL work. His wife hates the cold, Bloomington and Dayton were too cold for her, so is seems like that will be an issue should Ostrom be offered a job in Rhode Island (she’s from the south, Alabama or Mississippi). I’d watch for Ostrom to go to Xavier. He was offered a position last year but he turned it down, which looks like a smart move on his part. He’s a strong recruiter, he would be a good fit for Rhody should it materialize.
With the $765 are we just talking about the 3 assistant coaches? I see you mentioned a staff of 7? If it is just the assistants who this money is distributed to than Ostrom could get $360k, a second coach $250k and a third coach $155k which would be pretty strong. If it is additional staff included in this money than I agree with you on the distribution of the money allotment.
The $765 includes support staff as well.RamStock wrote: ↑2 years agoWith the $765 are we just talking about the 3 assistant coaches? I see you mentioned a staff of 7? If it is just the assistants who this money is distributed to than Ostrom could get $360k, a second coach $250k and a third coach $155k which would be pretty strong. If it is additional staff included in this money than I agree with you on the distribution of the money allotment.
Those positions generally pay peanuts. But the number is all in. Most likely you have a Tier A, B and C coach on staff and pay them accordingly. That is still a healthy budget to build an A10 staff. I hope we have someone with regional ties (NY/NE).Rhody15 wrote: ↑2 years agoThe $765 includes support staff as well.RamStock wrote: ↑2 years agoWith the $765 are we just talking about the 3 assistant coaches? I see you mentioned a staff of 7? If it is just the assistants who this money is distributed to than Ostrom could get $360k, a second coach $250k and a third coach $155k which would be pretty strong. If it is additional staff included in this money than I agree with you on the distribution of the money allotment.
Director of basketball operations, video coordinator, etc etc.
He was. He was at Villanova for 5 years and both national championship teams. If he has any interest in grabbing an assistant job, I would have no problem with a guy that was around Jay Wright.
Absolutely. I have to think the $765k is such a specific number that it was written into the contract with a desired staff in mind. Archie doesn't strike me as a "figure it out as we go" type guy. He strikes me as incredibly prepared and professional.bigappleram wrote: ↑2 years agoThose positions generally pay peanuts. But the number is all in. Most likely you have a Tier A, B and C coach on staff and pay them accordingly. That is still a healthy budget to build an A10 staff. I hope we have someone with regional ties (NY/NE).Rhody15 wrote: ↑2 years agoThe $765 includes support staff as well.RamStock wrote: ↑2 years ago
With the $765 are we just talking about the 3 assistant coaches? I see you mentioned a staff of 7? If it is just the assistants who this money is distributed to than Ostrom could get $360k, a second coach $250k and a third coach $155k which would be pretty strong. If it is additional staff included in this money than I agree with you on the distribution of the money allotment.
Director of basketball operations, video coordinator, etc etc.
If TJ isn’t retained, I think he will benefit in the long run by a change of perspective in another part of the country. I think he will become a better coach for it. And, based on the loyalty TJ has shown to the school and the program, it would not surprise me if Thorr and coach Miller help him find a good landing spot to grow as a coach. Just my gut feeling of the type of people Thorr and coach Miller are.
I agree he needs to go out and get some experience. I certainly hope Thorr and Coach Miller help him land a job. That guy gave his blood for us.Jdrums#3 wrote: ↑2 years agoIf TJ isn’t retained, I think he will benefit in the long run by a change of perspective in another part of the country. I think he will become a better coach for it. And, based on the loyalty TJ has shown to the school and the program, it would not surprise me if Thorr and coach Miller help him find a good landing spot to grow as a coach. Just my gut feeling of the type of people Thorr and coach Miller are.
If that’s the case, thank you for your commitment to Rhody TJ and I hope you make it back here eventually.
I’d bet even money he ends up in Storrs CTJdrums#3 wrote: ↑2 years agoIf TJ isn’t retained, I think he will benefit in the long run by a change of perspective in another part of the country. I think he will become a better coach for it. And, based on the loyalty TJ has shown to the school and the program, it would not surprise me if Thorr and coach Miller help him find a good landing spot to grow as a coach. Just my gut feeling of the type of people Thorr and coach Miller are.
If that’s the case, thank you for your commitment to Rhody TJ and I hope you make it back here eventually.
Be a great landing spot for TJramster wrote: ↑2 years agoI’d bet even money he ends up in Storrs CTJdrums#3 wrote: ↑2 years agoIf TJ isn’t retained, I think he will benefit in the long run by a change of perspective in another part of the country. I think he will become a better coach for it. And, based on the loyalty TJ has shown to the school and the program, it would not surprise me if Thorr and coach Miller help him find a good landing spot to grow as a coach. Just my gut feeling of the type of people Thorr and coach Miller are.
If that’s the case, thank you for your commitment to Rhody TJ and I hope you make it back here eventually.
Great points. I was excited for TJ when it was announced and never really considered the points you brought up.ace wrote: ↑2 years ago I’m starting my TJ to UConn (in one of those non-assistant jobs) campaign. It all depends on where he and his family consider home now. Dave did him wrong in moving him to an assistant spot on a weak staff too early. Dan brought him in as the Director of Player Development, and that was the perfect role to get back in the game at this level. Then, two years later, he’s an assistant along with another guy doing it for the first time.
Great point and one of Coach Cox's biggest mistakes was the construction of his staff. This lead to a poor construction of roster. Two guys who had no right being assistants thrown together. Austin and TJ have the potential to be great one day and I'm sure they worked their tails off these last few seasons but how in the world did Coach Cox expect them to land players on the trail? Ace do you think it would be better for T.J. to go High Major and fill a non-assistant job or go the third assistant route at a low-major for his development? I'm sure Dan and Archie might be able to assist him going the latter path.Jdrums#3 wrote: ↑2 years agoGreat points. I was excited for TJ when it was announced and never really considered the points you brought up.ace wrote: ↑2 years ago I’m starting my TJ to UConn (in one of those non-assistant jobs) campaign. It all depends on where he and his family consider home now. Dave did him wrong in moving him to an assistant spot on a weak staff too early. Dan brought him in as the Director of Player Development, and that was the perfect role to get back in the game at this level. Then, two years later, he’s an assistant along with another guy doing it for the first time.
I haven’t followed Silk’s coaching career so, I can’t give an educated opinion. But, if coach and Silk get to meet and come to an agreement, then I’m good with it too. Heck yea!Knoliveira70 wrote: ↑2 years ago Best choice is Carlton Silk Owens. All-time leading scorer for last 34 years, of those years. 20 years of coaching experience (Texas, Nebraska, Kennesaw, to name a few), Scholar of the game, fan favorite! Silk deserves a spot on the staff all day!
I would agree 100%. At the end of the day, coach needs to feel comfortable with whoever he hires. If he already has a relationship and feels comfortable with someone who is an alum, awesome. If not, that's ok too.