Re: Thoughts

[Jon Macomber]

>     * Hire Andy Kenedy for the rest of this year and
>       for two more years, with the proviso that he
>       will be evaluated after next season and he will
>       be extended if all is well.  Otherwise, the
>       program is going down the dumper for a few
>       years.

I don't think that's a good idea (the 2 year part) because recruiting is going to be a huge issue.  If Huggs can't recruit with only 2 years left - how is an extended interim coach going to do it?

If they hire Kennedy they should do it now and make it at least 4 years.  No one has any problems with him (aside from Huggs relations), the kids like him, and he obviously delivers.

The timing is right to announce a 4 year deal (really - is 4 yrs around $1mil a season a bad deal for either party?).  That gives us a chance at recruiting a few decent players and may gel this team even further.

If they wait until April to make a decision we lose a lot.  Of course, timing isn't a strong point of this administration.  If they're going to do it - do it now and do it all the way - do it right.

Jon M