Regarding Johnson, Kentucky is nowhere near Texas in terms of salary, potential recruits, prestige, or just about anything else. So while he might have had interest (might have...would Floreal really beat him out?) in Austin, rest assured he is going nowhere near Kentucky unless he is seriously sideways/frustrated with either his AD or Uncle Phil.
I’ve hear rumors of nikeman taking over
Isn’t Fox leaving the NCAA scene? If I were Oregon I’d be hesitant to go with Vanhoy. From an outsider it just seems like Vanhoy would be 5 years away from being ready for such a big position. Or at least from Oregon being ready to give him the position.
After NAU’s impressive past couple of years I would think Mike Smith would have to be one of the hottest names in the NCAA. I think Oregon should have him at the top of their list but I’m not sure they’d be able to pry him from his dream job in Flagstaff.
Pete Watson to the Ducks.
Joe Franklin, especially if UNM is going out of business. Experience high-end NCAA athletes and knows West coast.
Ben Thomas, good on-field coach and seems like all the Powell's did was coach (no worries regarding equipment, alumni, fundraising, travel, etc)?
Van Hoy, was an assistant to an assistant 5 years ago; has built good programs quickly.
Gary's, husband/wife worked really well before. Rob has good experience fast pro people and there are only so many female coaches?
Ian Dobson, a disciple of Vin and in the area?
Chris Fox, would be his if he wanted and may be able to keep Brian with him?
Milt, if rumors of desiring ND are true, why not Oregon? Or does he need to be in charge?
Andy Gerard and Vin reunited?
The real big splash would be Schumacher and possibly Dobert back to college scene?
vanhoy or ben thomas are the two I would see excelling in Eugene. They might be the two best mid distance coaches in the NCAA right now
What about Dave Smith from Oklahoma State? From everything I've heard he's extremely unhappy at OSU and has had great success in cross country and track that would definitely qualfiy him for this job.
olehokie wrote:
vanhoy or ben thomas are the two I would see excelling in Eugene. They might be the two best mid distance coaches in the NCAA right now
how about Paul Ereng? do those guys coach any 1:43 runners?
Just tossing a thought out: Drew Wartenburg?
rojo wrote:
Nevermore wrote:
What A&M coach “just got fired?”
Alleyne Francique - the guy who coached Donavan Brazier and Jazmine Fray to collegaie records and recruited Sammy Watson.
I'm still blown away that he got let go mid-season and hardly anyone noticed. I had no idea until last week.
Francique got caught sending lewd photos to an athlete which, in turn, revealed their relationship was more than coach/athlete.
If I was hiring, my list would be 2 guys.
Vanhoy and Fox
Actually make it 3, because even though he left the game I'm absolutely calling Eric Heins to see if he's interested.
Coach JS?
I'll be in Eugene on Thursday and Friday. Maybe I should swing by the Athletic department and drop off my resume?
Would any successful pro coaches be interested or is that a step back?
20x400 is all you need wrote:
Coach JS?
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Jan Stenson is taking over.
UO all-time lists for above 1500 are still are dominated by Dellinger athletes. Are there any former runners of his that are successful college coaches?
Why would Dave Smith change from a head coach to an assistant coach?
Duck Soup wrote:
What about Rob Conner or Pat Tyson?
LOL Rob Conner isn't going to leave, especially if it's to be an assistant. Plus his family too rooted in Portland and his wife is a big wig at one of the local health care systems.
Some of you may remember that after Martin Smith got the axe at UO, Pat Tyson DID take over the distance coaching duties for a track season on an interim volunteer basis. EVERYONE thought he was a shoe in to take over full time, the Vin took over. He loves Spokane and has a good thing going at Gonzaga, so I doubt he plans on leaving.
Is Magness' name in the hat, or did he burn too many bridges with Nike upper decking NOP on the way out??