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Can anybody think of any good D1 coaches who lost their job recently?
 
caw said:
Are people in the know clear the guy isn't in the UConn family? There are a few UConn guys who could fit the description (even an ex assistant or two).
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I don't know the UConn players' history well enough to speculate on this. Donyell would seem like the best bet if he didn't just accept the CCSU job. Outside of that, not sure who fits all of these requirements.
 
80shusky said:
Can anybody think of any good D1 coaches who lost their job recently?
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Why do they need to lose their job? We've been stealing away people from the AD department. Let's steal some top assistant coaches from successful programs as well. Multiple NCAA tournament bids is a key point.
 
This is all speculation (of course), but:

One man who does fit all those qualifications is Slice Rohrssen. Recently left Mullin's staff, as I believe the board briefly discussed. He played D-I ball at St. Francis (PA), and obviously has coached recently with multiple D-I institutions that have had NCAA tournament berths (UK, St. John's, Pitt) all within the past decade. And I doubt there are assistant coaches out there who have a much better understanding of how the NCAA works.
 
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UConNick said:
This is all speculation (of course), but:

One man who does fit all those qualifications is Slice Rohrssen. Recently left Mullin's staff, as I believe the board briefly discussed. He played D-I ball at St. Francis (PA), and obviously has coached recently with multiple D-I institutions that have had NCAA tournament berths (UK, St. John's, Pitt) all within the past decade. And I doubt there are assistant coaches out there who have a much better understanding of how the NCAA works.
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Don't think he's worked at the NBA level.
 
tcf15 said:
Don't think he's worked at the NBA level.
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Was thinking that as well, but he was an assistant for the Idaho Stampede in the D-League in 12-13. I know, not an exact criteria match, but they are technically an NBA-affiliated organization.
 
UConNick said:
This is all speculation (of course), but:

One man who does fit all those qualifications is Slice Rohrssen. Recently left Mullin's staff, as I believe the board briefly discussed. He played D-I ball at St. Francis (PA), and obviously has coached recently with multiple D-I institutions that have had NCAA tournament berths (UK, St. John's, Pitt) all within the past decade. And I doubt there are assistant coaches out there who have a much better understanding of how the NCAA works.
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Isn't he regarded as a terrific recruiter? This would be a home run in my mind.
 
aceboon said:
I hope it isn't Rohrssen(and judging by the NBA criteria it likely isn't), recruiting is fine, player development is far more important and that stooge in a pinstripe suit isn't filling that need.
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Yep pd is cool but I think offensive x&os is an even dire need. Coaches in college with an NBA background is relatively small list I can only think of Scott Padgett and Dan majerle , anyone else I'm missing? I don't know of any ex NBA assistants who coaching in d1 other than Utah guy and craig Neal
 
Greathusky said:
I think that the Boneyarders should collectively apply for the position. We might as well get paid for our expert coaching advice after the games are over.
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This kills off that idea:

huskymedic said:
Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
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James said:
Yep pd is cool but I think offensive x&os is an even dire need. Coaches in college with an NBA background is relatively small list I can only think of Scott Padgett and Dan majerle , anyone else I'm missing? I don't know of any ex NBA assistants who coaching in d1 other than Utah guy and craig Neal
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I think PD and X&Os can go hand in hand, offensive execution and playcalling would probably look a hell of alot better with skilled players out there operating.
 
I like the notion of NBA experience. Throw away the chalk board and play some elaborated street (park) ball. Sounds good to me. Drawn up plays really was not a plus last year. at least during the year.
 
UConNick said:
This is all speculation (of course), but:

One man who does fit all those qualifications is Slice Rohrssen. Recently left Mullin's staff, as I believe the board briefly discussed. He played D-I ball at St. Francis (PA), and obviously has coached recently with multiple D-I institutions that have had NCAA tournament berths (UK, St. John's, Pitt) all within the past decade. And I doubt there are assistant coaches out there who have a much better understanding of how the NCAA works.
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Nope
 
Borges piece in NH Register indicates KFree is a candidate for the job.
 
Hmm, here's an interesting little gem in there -
"Also, with Gampel Pavilion’s roof under construction, there is no UConn basketball camp in Storrs this summer, meaning Ollie doesn’t have those obligations, either."

I didn't think that was happening this summer.
 
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If freeman is a candidate hell most likely be hired . That'll be disappointing given the glaring lack of x& os and player development coming from the staff... I mean I just read KO expects larrier to put on 15 lbs because he's skinny, why the hell is he skinny? He spent the year on bench, he should have a transformed body.
 
James said:
If freeman is a candidate hell most likely be hired . That'll be disappointing given the glaring lack of x& os and player development coming from the staff... I mean I just read KO expects larrier to put on 15 lbs because he's skinny, why the hell is he skinny? He spent the year on bench, he should have a transformed body.
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Gymnastics....
 
huskymedic said:
Still time to apply... just need to trump the person who's resume is stated below;)

06/24/2016
Job Posting
The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the full-time position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach.

Responsibilities include: assist and support the Head Men’s Basketball Coach in the organization and administration of all phases of a high major Division I program including practice and game preparation, scouting of opponents, and the evaluation and recruitment of prospective student-athletes; assist in monitoring academic progress and development of student-athletes; and other program duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of five years of full-time experience (within the past six years) as an assistant coach at a Division I men’s college basketball program; collegiate playing experience at a Division I institution; working knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, teaching, communication and public relations skills.

Preferred Qualifications: experience as a full-time assistant coach at more than one Division I institution; member of a coaching staff which has led a team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances; experience in overall basketball operations at the collegiate level, including a demonstrated understanding of team travel, scheduling and budget; involvement in student-athlete community service activities; experience at the professional (NBA) level.

Salary: commensurate with experience.

Candidates must submit letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to:http://www.jobs.uconn.edu. Screening of applicants will begin immediately. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2016674)

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 PM eastern on July 1, 2016.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found atOffice of State Ethics.
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I heard most of this is preferred.
 
husky99 said:
I heard most of this is preferred.
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Well, umm okay - doesn't it say that?

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of five years of full-time experience (within the past six years) as an assistant coach at a Division I men’s college basketball program; collegiate playing experience at a Division I institution; working knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, teaching, communication and public relations skills.

Preferred Qualifications: experience as a full-time assistant coach at more than one Division I institution; member of a coaching staff which has led a team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances; experience in overall basketball operations at the collegiate level, including a demonstrated understanding of team travel, scheduling and budget; involvement in student-athlete community service activities; experience at the professional (NBA) level.

Minimum are minimum and Preferred are preferred.
 
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huskymedic said:
Well, umm okay - doesn't it say that?

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of five years of full-time experience (within the past six years) as an assistant coach at a Division I men’s college basketball program; collegiate playing experience at a Division I institution; working knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, teaching, communication and public relations skills.

Preferred Qualifications: experience as a full-time assistant coach at more than one Division I institution; member of a coaching staff which has led a team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances; experience in overall basketball operations at the collegiate level, including a demonstrated understanding of team travel, scheduling and budget; involvement in student-athlete community service activities; experience at the professional (NBA) level.

Minimum are minimum and Preferred are preferred.
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Yup...
 
aceboon said:
I think PD and X&Os can go hand in hand, offensive execution and playcalling would probably look a hell of alot better with skilled players out there operating.
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Having a couple nice options at the point is going to do wonders for UCONN this year.
 
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