Jim Mora’s new staff coming together…

[Hoophound]

Gotta think DB and Moorhead didn't click. According to those in the know, JM can have a edge to his personality and for whatever reason DB and JM didn't hit it off. There may have been other factors. Who knows? For that matter, who cares at this juncture? UConn has its guy and so far he has shown a very astute and deft touch. Looking forward to more.

Seems like Joe didn’t jump on the opportunity and Jim came in and took it. If Dave had hired Moorhead, he’d have been giving the fans what they wanted and making a very “safe” hire in the sense that no one would criticize it. Mora seems to have come after the job and won Dave over in the process.

 

[Rich]

I was not aware that Spanos was on Mora's UCLA staff. Surprised Spanos isn't sticking around....but not disappointed.

 

[huskymedic]

Back to the topic @ hand…




-> The hiring of Charlton is not finalized but was close on Tuesday afternoon, according to UConn sources. He would be a considered a coup for UConn and critical in upgrading the offense, particularly the quarterback position.

Maine made Charlton the youngest head coach in Division I when he was promoted from offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach in December 2018 at age 30. His teams were among the most potent offenses in FCS, averaging 296.5 passing yards and 29.5 points per game in 2019, his first season. In three seasons, Maine was 14-13, with a win over FBS UMass this past season.

Prior to joining Maine, Charlton was a grad assistant at Boston College, working with Steve Addazio and Ryan Day. <-

 

[Kolumbo]

Gotta think DB and Moorhead didn't click. According to those in the know, JM can have a edge to his personality and for whatever reason DB and JM didn't hit it off. There may have been other factors. Who knows? For that matter, who cares at this juncture? UConn has its guy and so far he has shown a very astute and deft touch. Looking forward to more.

JM is our guy, not the other guy.

 

[Pudge]

AND ... with Temple & UMass losing coaches and connections, previous years ... you would sweep onto their lists and try for a few loose change

 

[Chin Diesel]

Seems like Joe didn’t jump on the opportunity and Jim came in and took it. If Dave had hired Moorhead, he’d have been giving the fans what they wanted and making a very “safe” hire in the sense that no one would criticize it. Mora seems to have come after the job and won Dave over in the process.

And obviously there was no way AD David Benedict was getting four days of Moorehead's undivided attention like Mora and AD David Benedict were able to do with each other.

 

[RSTuthill]

JM is our guy, not the other guy.

You're a bright guy. I figured that you would figure it out from the context even though both have the same initials.

 

[RSTuthill]

I was not aware that Spanos was on Mora's UCLA staff. Surprised Spanos isn't sticking around....but not disappointed.

Who knows? It might have been a DB term and condition to allow the new HC the maximum leeway without an awkwardness. Personally, I don't think DB goes out to ID to convince him to take the job. To me it looks like they were getting every last detail laying flat before anything was announced.

 

[huskymedic]

 

[huskymedic]

Sunday early afternoon recap

Head Coach: Jim Mora

OC: Nick Charlton?
RB Coach: EJ Barthel
WR Coach/Passing Game Coord: John Allen
TE: John Marinelli

DC:
LB Coach: Siriki Diabate
DB Coach: Dalton Hilliard?
DL Coach: Ryan Osborn?

Director of Player Personnel: Preston Pehrson ?

“?” = no official announcement from UConn yet

Tuesday evening recap:

Head Coach: Jim Mora

OC: Nick Charlton?
RB Coach: EJ Barthel
WR Coach/Passing Game Coord: John Allen
TE: John Marinelli

DC:
LB Coach: Siriki Diabate
DB Coach: Dalton Hilliard
DL Coach: Ryan Osborn?

General Manager: Preston Pehrson

“?” = no official announcement from UConn yet

 

[UConn Dan]

Back to the topic @ hand…




-> The hiring of Charlton is not finalized but was close on Tuesday afternoon, according to UConn sources. He would be a considered a coup for UConn and critical in upgrading the offense, particularly the quarterback position.

Maine made Charlton the youngest head coach in Division I when he was promoted from offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach in December 2018 at age 30. His teams were among the most potent offenses in FCS, averaging 296.5 passing yards and 29.5 points per game in 2019, his first season. In three seasons, Maine was 14-13, with a win over FBS UMass this past season.

Prior to joining Maine, Charlton was a grad assistant at Boston College, working with Steve Addazio and Ryan Day. <-

Thanks getting this thread on track.
1) I wonder what’s holding up the Charlton contract?

2) Any DC news or rumors?

 

[CTBballfan243]

Thanks getting this thread on track.
1) I wonder what’s holding up the Charlton contract?

2) Any DC news or rumors?

1.) The Rumor on the Charlton contract holdup is (in my best Maine accent) “Charlton couldn’t get here from there” to sign the contract

2.) The rumor on the DC is that our offense will be so good that we won’t need a defense.

 

[Kolumbo]

“I'm excited about the opportunity to be a part of something extremely special,” Hilliard said. “Having played for Coach Mora, I have seen him transform a program from a player’s perspective. Now I'm here as a coach and ready to work! The UConn standard of excellence on and off the field has to be met on a daily basis and I am excited about that challenge.”

We are excited too.

 

[UCONNRPh]

Thanks getting this thread on track.
1) I wonder what’s holding up the Charlton contract?

2) Any DC news or rumors?

I thought I saw the position opening was listed through 11/30---if that is correct, then I would believe tomorrow....but I can easily be incorrect. (memory recall gets affected in us as we age

 

[jostar1]

I thought I saw the position opening was listed through 11/30---if that is correct, then I would believe tomorrow....but I can easily be incorrect. (memory recall gets affected in us as we age

Yes, the closing date is November 30.

 

[gioff2323]

Seems like Joe didn’t jump on the opportunity and Jim came in and took it. If Dave had hired Moorhead, he’d have been giving the fans what they wanted and making a very “safe” hire in the sense that no one would criticize it. Mora seems to have come after the job and won Dave over in the process.

Are you suggesting joe was monitoring the situation while mora took the Louisville gameplan?

 

[huskymedic]

There we go…




-> "I am incredibly excited to join Coach Mora's staff and help this program reach new heights,” Charlton said. “This is a tremendous opportunity and I look forward to getting started right away as we build a dynamic, exciting offense that UConn Nation will be proud of. As New England natives, my wife and I are thrilled to join the UConn family and uphold the national standing of this great university. It's time to get to work and I couldn't be more thrilled to do so for all of UConn Nation!" <-

 

[HuskiesFan1014]

There we go…




-> "I am incredibly excited to join Coach Mora's staff and help this program reach new heights,” Charlton said. “This is a tremendous opportunity and I look forward to getting started right away as we build a dynamic, exciting offense that UConn Nation will be proud of. As New England natives, my wife and I are thrilled to join the UConn family and uphold the national standing of this great university. It's time to get to work and I couldn't be more thrilled to do so for all of UConn Nation!" <-

Christmas coming early this year. Now let's get some info on DC!

 

[ktuck911]

Christmas coming early this year. Now let's get some info on DC!

An OL coach too....

 

[brasssbonanzaa]

This might've been addressed here already but I couldn't find a post - what exactly does the GM do?

 

[huskymedic]

This might've been addressed here already but I couldn't find a post - what exactly does the GM do?

I’m thinking/educated guessing based on job posting and Pehrson’s bio this is the old Director of Football Operations position enhanced.

Director Of Football Operations (Specialist 2A)​

APPLY NOW Search #: 495891
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Athletics (Coaches, Trainers, Specialists)

JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the full-time position of Director of Football Operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting the Head Football Coach in a variety of daily administrative and operational duties including coordinating all team travel arrangements, organizing pre-season training camp; providing support for practice and game preparation, including attending meetings related to coaching activities which include game analysis and review of game film; assisting, as needed, with data collection including the tracking of team performance statistics during competitions and practice sessions; and other program duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required; knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree; two years’ experience working with a Division I football or NFL program; and possesses coaching and student-athlete development philosophies consistent with that of the Division of Athletics and its football program; leadership experience from previously managing a business or football operations.

 

[Dizzy21]

This might've been addressed here already but I couldn't find a post - what exactly does the GM do?

From the Courant:

Pehrson, 37, was the director of recruiting at Texas Tech for past three years. Before that, he worked in a similar capacity at Houston and Navy. At UConn he’ll likely be organizing camps and recruiting visits, among other duties. A college baseball player, he played two years in the Baltimore Orioles’ farm system.

“Preston possesses a relentless work ethic and has a variety of experiences and knowledge that will help to enhance and improve our recruiting operation,” Mora said in a statement from UConn. “This is a critical position for our program, and I know Preston is the right man for the job.”

 

[Pudge]

From the Courant:

Pehrson, 37, was the director of recruiting at Texas Tech for past three years. Before that, he worked in a similar capacity at Houston and Navy. At UConn he’ll likely be organizing camps and recruiting visits, among other duties. A college baseball player, he played two years in the Baltimore Orioles’ farm system.

“Preston possesses a relentless work ethic and has a variety of experiences and knowledge that will help to enhance and improve our recruiting operation,” Mora said in a statement from UConn. “This is a critical position for our program, and I know Preston is the right man for the job.”

Unlike the previous regime ... this is far more than a computer work and data base manager. He is coming from a role at Texas Tech where he was actively engaged in setting direction and promoting the TEAM to greater achievement - with a strong football analytical background. This ain't Smallville anymore.

 

[ScottVib]

Right now, he should be living in the transfer portal.

 

[WestCoastHusky]

From the Courant:

Pehrson, 37, was the director of recruiting at Texas Tech for past three years. Before that, he worked in a similar capacity at Houston and Navy. At UConn he’ll likely be organizing camps and recruiting visits, among other duties. A college baseball player, he played two years in the Baltimore Orioles’ farm system.

“Preston possesses a relentless work ethic and has a variety of experiences and knowledge that will help to enhance and improve our recruiting operation,” Mora said in a statement from UConn. “This is a critical position for our program, and I know Preston is the right man for the job.”

I am assuming he will be responsible for getting Texas recruits here? Hopefully, we will still recruit Texas but at a higher level. It is good to see Mora hiring all these young hungry coaches vs. a head coach that just help their buddies get jobs.