Baylor’s search

[Vowelguy]

Assuming Kim does go to LSU, who does Baylor get? Seems like kinda slim pickings, though I suppose if they’re willing to pay $$$$, that could lure anybody.

A few names:

• Cori Close
• Adia Barnes — a long shot given her personal connection to AZ, but even with her recent raise I think she’s still only making $500k
• Kim Barnes Arico
• Wyckoff (FSU assistant)
• Wes Moore
• Joni Taylor
• Smesko

 

[SECbbfan24]

 

[triaddukefan]

They are gonna be in a world of hurt.

 

[DeeHusky]

I think Karen Aston could’ve had another shot at Baylor had she not just signed a contract with whoever she just signed with

 

[SimpleDawg]

Amaka Agugua-Hamilton

(never mind, I'll say Wes Moore because he's from Texas). They'd want someone who won't leave.

 

[SECbbfan24]

I think Karen Aston could’ve had another shot at Baylor had she not just signed a contract with whoever she just signed with

Imagine if Karen is legit successful at Baylor, that would be a funny story line

 

[Vowelguy]

I think Karen Aston could’ve had another shot at Baylor had she not just signed a contract with whoever she just signed with

Let's see, hire the failed coach of their rival. That would be like replacing Geno with Holly Warlick.

 

[CL82]

Let's see, hire the failed coach of their rival. That would be like replacing Geno with Holly Warlick.

The scene at the AD's office like ten minutes after that announcement:

 

[southie]

For $2.5 - $3 million, they will hire Louisville's Jeff Walz.

 

[Vowelguy]

For $2.5 - $3 million, they will hire Louisville's Jeff Walz.

After (reportedly) going through contentious negotiations with Kim, I would think Baylor might be reluctant to deal with Walz, who has feigned interest in other jobs just to get a raise.

 

[Dwilliams02]

Assuming Kim does go to LSU, who does Baylor get? Seems like kinda slim pickings, though I suppose if they’re willing to pay $$$$, that could lure anybody.

A few names:

• Cori Close
• Adia Barnes — a long shot given her personal connection to AZ, but even with her recent raise I think she’s still only making $500k
• Kim Barnes Arico
• Wyckoff (FSU assistant)
• Wes Moore
• Joni Taylor
• Smesko

I'd have my money on Close or Wes Moore

 

[DeeHusky]

Let's see, hire the failed coach of their rival. That would be like replacing Geno with Holly Warlick.

Coaches can have successful second stints. Karen Aston is well connected in the state of Texas regardless of what you think.

 

[triaddukefan]

I'd have my money on Close or Wes Moore

Wes Moore aint going to Baylor

 

[southie]

I'd have my money on Close or Wes Moore

Having to move from Westwood to Waco would be a culture shock for Cori . . .

 

[Hayven]

With the players they have, they have to get a big name. I don’t think Walz will leave Louisville, especially as Kentucky is his home state. Aida Barnes should be a candidate, especially after the season she just had. I don’t know if she would leave her alma mater. However, money does talk....

A WNBA coach?

Or would Becky Hammon be interested?

 

[Vowelguy]

Coaches can have successful second stints. Karen Aston is well connected in the state of Texas regardless of what you think.

Sure. And dropping down to a mid-major like UTSA is where she can try to re-prove herself.

But you don't fail and then get one of the most prominent, lucrative jobs in the entire sport.

 

[UcMiami]

This is Baylor - so think strict religious code of conduct and no whiff of LGBQ - that will limit the candidates somewhat - and the appeal for prospective hires.

 

[CL82]

You have to wonder if they would’ve beeen interested in Shea Ralph had she not taken the Vandy job.

 

[cockhrnleghrn]

Assuming Kim does go to LSU, who does Baylor get? Seems like kinda slim pickings, though I suppose if they’re willing to pay $$$$, that could lure anybody.

A few names:

• Cori Close
• Adia Barnes — a long shot given her personal connection to AZ, but even with her recent raise I think she’s still only making $500k
• Kim Barnes Arico
• Wyckoff (FSU assistant)
• Wes Moore
• Joni Taylor
• Smesko

Leave Westwood for Waco? Shudders

 

[nwhoopfan]

You have to wonder if they would’ve beeen interested in Shea Ralph had she not taken the Vandy job.

If they do have an opening, you don't think they'll look for someone w/ head coaching experience?

 

[Cornell Lt]

Having to move from Westwood to Waco would be a culture shock for Cori . . .

But she'd get to keep more of her paycheck

 

[CL82]

If they do have an opening, you don't think they'll look for someone w/ head coaching experience?

[Shrug] Vandy didn’t.

 

[WestsideWaltz]

I doubt it would be Close, but remember she's very, very religious. Some felt it might be a problem i.e dealing with LGBQ but it has not been the case. Also, the rumor mill has ramped up saying that her longtime assistant, recently associate head coach Shannon Perry-LeBeauf is close to getting the vacancy at USC. It might be a good time for to go.

Religious aspects aside, Close is about as far from KMR as can be, public personality wise. Maybe it would be a welcome change for some but still a big change.

 

[nwhoopfan]

[Shrug] Vandy didn’t.

You're joking, right? Vandy has been a bottom feeder for years. Baylor is a top 5 program in the country. One of these things is not the same as the other.

 

[CL82]

You're joking, right? Vandy has been a bottom feeder for years. Baylor is a top 5 program in the country. One of these things is not the same as the other.

Who do you think will take the job