The Official "Next Man In" thread

[Aaron]

Here is a list of possible candidates circulating around the net, and a lot of the names have been getting a lot of talk. I'll list them in order of how many times I've seen them on a list from most mentioned to least mentioned:

Bruce Pearl - Tennessee
Dana Altman - Creighton
Lon Kruger - UNLV
Mike Montgomery - ex-Stanford coach
Tony Bennette - Washington State
Ernie Kent - Oregon
Steve Lavin - ex-UCLA, current ESPN analysis
Rick Majarus - ex-Utah, current ESPN analysis
Jon Calipari - Memphis
Chris Lowery - Southern Illinois

[Aaron]

Of course, the rumor I'm about to spread is not one that usually comes true, but I'll say it anyway. I've read, on about 5 other boards and on several blogs, that Bruce Pearl has mentioned Iowa is one program he'd leave Tennessee for. He has apparently said that he'd love to be a Hawkeye again.

Who knows if this was actually said, but if it's true, I'd be more than happy with Pearl coming to Iowa City.

[HawkeyeSean]

Hey Aaron, could you go back and edit your post and add the current job each of them have right now. I know most of them but I am too lazy to go look up the others...:)

And SIU coach Lowery's first name is Chris.

-Sean

[HawkeyeSean]

Of course, the rumor I'm about to spread is not one that usually comes true, but I'll say it anyway. I've read, on about 5 other boards and on several blogs, that Bruce Pearl has mentioned Iowa is one program he'd leave Tennessee for. He has apparently said that he'd love to be a Hawkeye again.

Who knows if this was actually said, but if it's true, I'd be more than happy with Pearl coming to Iowa City.

I think Bruce Pearl would be great!

My list goes something like this...


Dana Altman
Rick Majerus
Bruce Pearl
Anyone but Alford...


-Sean

[Aaron]

Hey Aaron, could you go back and edit your post and add the current job each of the have right now. I know most of them but I am too lazy to go look up the others...:)

And SIU coach Lowery's first name is Chris.

-Sean

Done :)

[HawkeyeSean]

Aha, it was the two current Pac-10'ers that were throwing me off. I knew both of the names but couldn't put them with schools.

-Sean

[xfactor9600]

My thoughts:

Bruce Pearl - Tennessee: Not likely to leave for Iowa from Tenn. He's well liked and I'm sure they'd give him a raise to keep him.
Dana Altman - Creighton : Altmanhas turned down all kinds of high profile jobes before. Can't really see him leaving Creighton.
Lon Kruger - UNLV: Did well at Illinois and appears to desperately want back in the Big 10, if you believe all the rumors.
Mike Montgomery - ex-Stanford coach: Would be a good choice IMHO.
Tony Bennette - Washington State: I believe WSU will give him a raise.
Ernie Kent - Oregon
Steve Lavin - ex-UCLA, current ESPN analysis: This guys name comes up everytime a job opens. He's no better than the guy you just ran out of town.
Rick Majarus - ex-Utah, current ESPN analysis: His time was up two jobs he backed out of after taking the job two days before ago.
Jon Calipari - Memphis If Memphis was facing sanctions he'd bolt. I think he's content to be the biggest fish in a small pond.
Chris Lowery - Southern Illinois: He'd be a good fit.

[Aaron]

My thoughts:

Bruce Pearl - Tennessee: Not likely to leave for Iowa from Tenn. He's well liked and I'm sure they'd give him a raise to keep him.

But with his history with Iowa, and the chance to get the media attention of the BigTen, it may be too much to pass up. He's liked at Tennessee, but he'd be LOVED at Iowa, and have the chance to get back at his hated Illini. It would definitely make for a pretty cool rivalry between the already hated schools.

It's wishful thinking, I know.

[HawkeyeSean]

It's wishful thinking, I know.

The beautiful thing is, it is all wishful thinking right now. And that is OK...

-Sean

[HawkeyeSean]

Steve Lavin - ex-UCLA, current ESPN analysis: This guys name comes up everytime a job opens. He's no better than the guy you just ran out of town.

If you ask me, Steve-o collectively ran himself out of town over the last eight years. He didn't need our help.

-Sean

[HawkeyeSean]

Kirk Speraw, UI '79, played as a walk on for Lute. Sioux City native.

Current head coach at Central Florida.

I am not advocating for him, just saw his name mentioned a couple of times and thought that I would bring it over here.

I have also heard BJ Armstrong and Kenyon Murray's names come up. Long shots to be sure, but in the interest of providing as much speculative information as possible, here they are.

-Sean

[ICHawk]

If you ask me, Steve-o collectively ran himself out of town over the last eight years. He didn't need our help.

-Sean

I agree. To say Alford was "run out of town" by fans isn't even close to accurate.

[IowaTD]

I agree. To say Alford was "run out of town" by fans isn't even close to accurate.

Actually I cant really think of any other way to put it.

[HawkeyeSean]

Actually I cant really think of any other way to put it.

How about, he was put on notice by the AD and slinked out of town to avoid getting fired 12 months hence.

-Sean

[xfactor9600]

I have removed all references to Alford in the forum description... How's that for site maintenance :)

[HawkeyeSean]

I have removed all references to Alford in the forum description... How's that for site maintenance :)

Lol, very nice!

-Sean

[xfactor9600]

if you guys see anywhere else where alford is mentioned in a description... let me know and i'll change it

[dwils4230]

What about Mike Davis? I thought we should've swapped coaches with Indiana last year. He is at UAB now.

[HawkeyeSean]

What about Mike Davis? I thought we should've swapped coaches with Indiana last year. He is at UAB now.

Ummm, thanks but no thanks. Mike Davis got some good recruits while he was there but that was largely due to the name on the front of the jersey and had little to do with the coach himself.

A swap last year might have been an upgrade but now that we have a clean slate I think that we can do a lot better than Mike Davis.

-Sean

[Aaron]

Precisely what I was thinking Sean. No need to settle for MD if we can do better - which we can.

[ecro2]

The Des Moines Register also listed the Washington Huskies coach Lorenzo Romar...

[Aaron]

The Des Moines Register also listed the Washington Huskies coach Lorenzo Romar...

That wouldn't be a bad choice. Although, under him, that program started off hot, and has begun to slide a little bit. I'd prefer to see somebody a little bit more fresh, and sustains success.

But you're right, that wouldn't be a bad choice... let's just hope they look elsewhere first.

[HawkeyeSean]

Pat Harty mentions:

Mark Turgeon - Wichita State
Kevin Stallings - Vanderbilt (played at Purdue - ack, another IN connection?)
Scott Drew - Baylor
Skip Prosser - Wake Forest
Johnny Dawkins - Duke Assistant
Jeff Bzdelik - Air Force, NBA Head Coaching Experience
Anthony Grant - VCU
Jay Wright - Villanova

I believe those are all the names that I saw not already mentioned in this thread.

-Sean

[Aaron]

Bzdelik is an interesting mention. Yay Wright would also be a GREAT hire. He's got the experience of the BigEast, has a great recruiting mind, and a spectacular game mind. Plus, I love the way he has his teams play - full court press and a high-powered offense. That's my favorite type of basketball to watch.

[xfactor9600]

I cant see Skip coming to Iowa... he's an East Coast kinda guy. However, he is also a fabulous Prof and great guy to have dinner with.

[xfactor9600]

Pat Harty mentions:

Mark Turgeon - Wichita State
Kevin Stallings - Vanderbilt (played at Purdue - ack, another IN connection?)
Scott Drew - Baylor
Skip Prosser - Wake Forest
Johnny Dawkins - Duke Assistant
Jeff Bzdelik - Air Force, NBA Head Coaching Experience
Anthony Grant - VCU
Jay Wright - Villanova

I believe those are all the names that I saw not already mentioned in this thread.

-Sean

Scott Drew has an Indiana Connection as well. He coached at Valparaiso, which is in Indiana.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Stansberry (sp?) from Mississippi State is very much in the mix, but he's a "southern" guy so may not get as warm of a reception in Iowa City.

My Top 5 "realistic" candidates...

Pearl ...seems like Iowa would be a slight step back for him, but I believe he would love to get back to the BT and is really a midwest guy at heart

Stallings ...this guy is a winner and can coach...would be almost as good of a fit as Pearl

Altman ...(see Stallings)

Kruger ...similar to Pearl and he may be ready to move back to the midwest as I believe his son was a senior this year (?)

Creen ...I would label him the "anti-Alford"...which is a good thing.

[InKirkWeTrust]

UPDATES...




My Top 5 "realistic" candidates...

Pearl ...seems like Iowa would be a slight step back for him, but I believe he would love to get back to the BT and is really a midwest guy at heart --- Nothing new, but much speculation that he may be using the Iowa rumor as leverage to increase his salary and get program upgrades at Tenn...this is normal OP for many "hot" coaches whose names are brought up to take new jobs (see Kirk Ferentz).

Stallings ...this guy is a winner and can coach...would be almost as good of a fit as Pearl --- Nothing, no news whatsoever...not sure if that means no interest or that he's at the top of Barta's list.

Altman ...(see Stallings) --- Word is he is showing A LOT of interest and has made it clear that he wants the job...he may not be the "glammer choice", but you gotta love someone who actually wants to be here.

Kruger ...similar to Pearl and he may be ready to move back to the midwest as I believe his son was a senior this year (?) --- Has officially stated publicly that intends to return to UNLV and has no interest in any other job, of course that doesn't mean anything (see Nick Saban).

Creen ...I would label him the "anti-Alford"...which is a good thing. --- Strong rumors that he has contacted Barta and let it be known he has interest...could also be using us as leverage like Pearl...is also rumored as a candidate for other current openings.

It looks like Altman and Crean are the front runners...with Pearl still potentially an outside chance and clearly the fans #1 choice.

Personally, I really like Stallings and hope he at least interviews for the job.

[Aaron]

I wouldn't mind Crean, Pearl, or Altman. If it's true, and Altman has said and hinted that many times that he wants to be here, I have no doubt in my mind that he would be a great fit and a wonderful coach. There are plenty of coaches out there who have gone from an unsuccessful stint at a bigger school, succeeded at a smaller school, and then have had much success at a bigger school again.

[hawksruleall]

I like the VCU coach....he's inexperienced, but he's VERY aggressive with his trap defenses and full court press.
I miss the days of the Dr. Tom Press, and i wouldn't mind seeing an agressive team like we used to have.

[Bob Sanders]

I think Bruce Pearl would be great!

My list goes something like this...


Dana Altman
Rick Majerus
Bruce Pearl
Anyone but Alford...


-Sean

Odd that you have Altman listed #1 along with "Anyone but Alford". Just out of curiosity, what's the big difference between the two?

[InKirkWeTrust]

Odd that you have Altman listed #1 along with "Anyone but Alford". Just out of curiosity, what's the big difference between the two?
I'm not Sean, but I'll answer that question.

A) He has been head coach at a school in an "elite" conference before...and did NOT fail...was actually pretty successful before moving on to Creighton.

B) He's a proven, consistant winner as a coach, unlike 'wonder boy' who had a very limited resume before taking over at Iowa.

C) He WANTS to be here, unlike the previous gentleman....and this would be his last stop as a coach (i.e. wouldn't be looking to "upgrade" in 4-5 years)

[Aaron]

I'm not Sean, but I'll answer that question.

A) He has been head coach at a school in an "elite" conference before...and did NOT fail...was actually pretty successful before moving on to Creighton.

B) He's a proven, consistant winner as a coach, unlike 'wonder boy' who had a very limited resume before taking over at Iowa.

C) He WANTS to be here, unlike the previous gentleman....and this would be his last stop as a coach (i.e. wouldn't be looking to "upgrade" in 4-5 years)

That's why I am now kind of high on him as well. Until I had heard over and over how much he wants to be here, I was kind of skeptical. But a coach who wants that badly to be a Hawk, it makes you believe that he really will be a good fit.

[HawkeyeSean]

Altman isn't nearly as arrogant as Alford, at least not publicly.

Altman can recruit, without Neal's help.

Altman has a record of uncovering Iowa kids with potential and then unlocking that potential.

Altman doesn't have near the problem with player defections that Alford has.

Altman, reportedly, actually wants the job in Iowa City.

To name a few.

-Sean

[HawkeyeSean]

Thanks, IKWT & Aaron...seems like several of us are on the same page.

-Sean

[InKirkWeTrust]

So, Bob...hope we answered your question sufficiently (without scaring you off). ;)


BTW, who is at the top of your list and why?

[Bob Sanders]

So, Bob...hope we answered your question sufficiently (without scaring you off). ;)


BTW, who is at the top of your list and why?

Not scared, I respectfully disagree with the reasons you cite, however. Altman's resume and personality are no more impressive than Alford's, in my opinion.

I'd like to see them think big with this hire (much, much bigger than Altman). Pearl and Kruger are on my short list, and I would not be opposed to Calipari as well.

[Aaron]

Not scared, I respectfully disagree with the reasons you cite, however. Altman's resume and personality are no more impressive than Alford's, in my opinion.

I'd like to see them think big with this hire (much, much bigger than Altman). Pearl and Kruger are on my short list, and I would not be opposed to Calipari as well.

I am 100% in agreement with thinking big.

[InKirkWeTrust]

I'd like to see them think big with this hire (much, much bigger than Altman). Pearl and Kruger are on my short list, and I would not be opposed to Calipari as well.
Something tells me you probably made the same kind'a noise back when Kirk Ferentz was being rumored as our next FB coach.

[Bob Sanders]

Something tells me you probably made the same kind'a noise back when Kirk Ferentz was being rumored as our next FB coach.

You would be incorrect. I think the FB program, as bad as it was then, was still in much better shape than the BB program is now.

[Aaron]

You would be incorrect. I think the FB program, as bad as it was then, was still in much better shape than the BB program is now.

I would agree with that. At least back when the FB program was down, it was still known as a contender in the BT, and with the starts it has produced, along with the great line of coaches, most Hawk fans knew it was going to return to something special.

The basketball program, however, is going to have to build up from basically scratch. Sure it's a lot easier to do in CBB, but a good coach who can recruit just as well as he can coach is essential.

[HawkeyeSean]

I am not so sure that I agree that the football team then was in better shape than the basketball team now. As much as I love Hayden (I named my son after him), the talent level was way down when Kirk took over. He did a wonderful job rebuilding the program but let's not forget that Iowa was 1-10 his first year on the job.

The basketball program, if Tyler Smith stays, is one impact C/PF type away from being competitive within the Big Ten. That guy might already be on the team in David Palmer (did I get that name right), the transfer from Seton Hall. A good coach can be successful right away. Again, all of that is contingent on Mr. Smith staying in Iowa City.

-Sean

[Aaron]

I guess, apparently, Magic Johnson has been mentioned as well. Now that's just a little too crazy for my liking.

[InKirkWeTrust]

UPDATES...

Originally Posted by InKirkWeTrust

My Top 5 "realistic" candidates...

Pearl ...seems like Iowa would be a slight step back for him, but I believe he would love to get back to the BT and is really a midwest guy at heart --- Nothing new, but much speculation that he may be using the Iowa rumor as leverage to increase his salary and get program upgrades at Tenn...this is normal OP for many "hot" coaches whose names are brought up to take new jobs (see Kirk Ferentz).

Stallings ...this guy is a winner and can coach...would be almost as good of a fit as Pearl --- Nothing, no news whatsoever...not sure if that means no interest or that he's at the top of Barta's list.

Altman ...(see Stallings) --- Word is he is showing A LOT of interest and has made it clear that he wants the job...he may not be the "glammer choice", but you gotta love someone who actually wants to be here.

Kruger ...similar to Pearl and he may be ready to move back to the midwest as I believe his son was a senior this year (?) --- Has officially stated publicly that intends to return to UNLV and has no interest in any other job, of course that doesn't mean anything (see Nick Saban).

Creen ...I would label him the "anti-Alford"...which is a good thing. --- Strong rumors that he has contacted Barta and let it be known he has interest...could also be using us as leverage like Pearl...is also rumored as a candidate for other current openings.


It looks like Altman and Crean are the front runners...with Pearl still potentially an outside chance and clearly the fans #1 choice.

Personally, I really like Stallings and hope he at least interviews for the job.

Pearl -- OUT
Kruger -- OUT
Altman -- Probable frunt-runner and is the only one I've heard that is lobbying for the job
Stallings -- Recently been contacted by Iowa and fits Barta's criteria to a "t"
Crean -- Still in the mix, but nothing new to report
Majerus -- was it just a wild rumor???
Lowery -- Apparently his negotiations over a contract upgrade from SIU is on hold...which could be a clue since Iowa is reportedly interested

Things are picking up now that the search committee has been formed and the search firm has been hired, but it looks like the decision may not come as fast as we thought...could slide into next week.

[cyclone62]

Pearl -- OUT
Kruger -- OUT
Altman -- Probable frunt-runner and is the only one I've heard that is lobbying for the job
Stallings -- Recently been contacted by Iowa and fits Barta's criteria to a "t"
Crean -- Still in the mix, but nothing new to report
Majerus -- was it just a wild rumor???
Lowery -- Apparently his negotiations over a contract upgrade from SIU is on hold...which could be a clue since Iowa is reportedly interested

Things are picking up now that the search committee has been formed and the search firm has been hired, but it looks like the decision may not come as fast as we thought...could slide into next week.

Did you really just spell "Front-runner" as "frunt-runner"?

[Aaron]

So Stallings has been contacted by Iowa?

[InKirkWeTrust]

So Stallings has been contacted by Iowa?
Yes, that is the word "on the street". :cool:

[mnhawk]

Sorry for being a dolt but where is Stallings from and what are his credentials.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Sorry for being a dolt but where is Stallings from and what are his credentials.
>>Click Here<< (http://vucommodores.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/mtt/stallings_kevin00.html)

[CHawk]

I was just watching the news (KGAN) and it reported that Altman was high up on the list for the coaching job, but it also stated that Altman stated that he would not work with a search committee and would insist on working with Barta directly. It also stated what he would demand in money, and I'm thinking it said something like 1.5 mil, because he's already making a million at CU. What's your opinion about the search committee requirement - will it help him or hurt him?

[mnhawk]

>>Click Here<< (http://vucommodores.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/mtt/stallings_kevin00.html)

Ah...Vandy's coach. D1 head coach from a major conference, success in the tournament and success at a school that may be #3 in it's own state. He definiteley belongs on the short list. And, he appears to own Tubby Smith!

[InKirkWeTrust]

Ah...Vandy's coach. D1 head coach from a major conference, success in the tournament and success at a school that may be #3 in it's own state. He definiteley belongs on the short list. And, he appears to own Tubby Smith!
He's definitely at the top of my new short list...

1-Stallings
2-Altman
3-{EDIT} Majerus

[Aaron]

Yup, after looking through some more coach names, my short list looks like this:

Altman
Stallings
Majerus
Lowery
Gillepsi (SP?)
Marshall

[HawkeyeSean]

Alright, since everyone is doing it...

Altman
Majerus
Woody from Toy Story

-Sean

[xfactor9600]

I was just watching the news (KGAN) and it reported that Altman was high up on the list for the coaching job, but it also stated that Altman stated that he would not work with a search committee and would insist on working with Barta directly. It also stated what he would demand in money, and I'm thinking it said something like 1.5 mil, because he's already making a million at CU. What's your opinion about the search committee requirement - will it help him or hurt him?

A lot of coaches take this position and i think it backfires. The rumor going around Indiana, before Sampson was hired, was that Alford was interested in the job, but like Altman, wasn't interested in the job if he had to deal with a selection committee.

Clearly, there are some coaches who think their body of work speaks for itself. Unfortunately, the unwillingness to deal with various components of a coaching search will necessarily take some of these coaches out of the running for some jobs.

[HawkeyeSean]

According to a poster on another board, great source I know, channel 8 in Des Moines reported that Altman is the choice and he will be announced in 3-4 days.

I guess we will see.

Altman! Altman! Altman!

-Sean

[CHawk]

Hmmm, that's very interesting. Sean, you'd better dig out your 4-leaf clover shirt and wear it for the next 3-4 days!

[Aaron]

Yes, I do hope that this is true. He's one of my personal top 3 - Altman, Theus, and Majerus.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Yes, I do hope that this is true. He's one of my personal top 3 - Altman, Theus, and Majerus.

If Stallings declines, than Altman is my #2....and Majerus is a helluva fallback option! :cool:

[Aaron]

If Stallings declines, than Altman is my #2....and Majerus is a helluva fallback option! :cool:

See, I'm just not completely sold on Stallings yet. Sure, he has had a decent run of success at Vandy, but he just lacks ANY enthusiasm, and I just don't know if he'd do well where there's a little more pressure than there is where he's at. But I do agree, those are some good fallback options ;)

[InKirkWeTrust]

See, I'm just not completely sold on Stallings yet. Sure, he has had a decent run of success at Vandy, but he just lacks ANY enthusiasm, and I just don't know if he'd do well where there's a little more pressure than there is where he's at. But I do agree, those are some good fallback options ;)
How did you come to that conclusion... :confused:

[Aaron]

How did you come to that conclusion... :confused:

Have you watched him on the sidelines? I heard people talking about this, so I did a couple of google/youtube video searches, and watched his reactions. He's like Wayne Morgan - just very little emotion.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Have you watched him on the sidelines? I heard people talking about this, so I did a couple of google/youtube video searches, and watched his reactions. He's like Wayne Morgan - just very little emotion.
Your acquaintences, Google and YouTube are misinformed.

And if that is such an importantant criteria for you, you may want to watch some tape on Altman.

[Aaron]

Your acquaintences, Google and YouTube are misinformed.

And if that is such an importantant criteria for you, you may want to watch some tape on Altman.

Altman at least gets into the games, and shows emotion during timeouts, on the sidelines, and in pressers.

Look, I'm not saying Stallings would be a bad coach, but I'm just going by what I've heard and seen. He doesn't appear to have the emotion to energize the split fan base.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Please take a moment to watch this video...

Kevin Stallings lays the smack down on Joakim Noah (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8p2isec-55Q)

[HawkeyeSean]

Your acquaintences, Google and YouTube are misinformed.

And if that is such an importantant criteria for you, you may want to watch some tape on Altman.

Now that is a funny reply...I seriously laughed. You are right about Altman too, not very emotive but one hell of a coach.

I read that Stallings is rumored to Michigan.

-Sean

[InKirkWeTrust]

Now that is a funny reply...I seriously laughed. You are right about Altman too, not very emotive but one hell of a coach.

I read that Stallings is rumored to Michigan.

-Sean

Thanks. ;)


DAMN, I hope not!!!! :eek:

[Aaron]

Please take a moment to watch this video...

Kevin Stallings lays the smack down on Joakim Noah (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8p2isec-55Q)

Lol, I did see that, but did you see what he did right after he did that? Crossed his arms, and just looked on. I mean, the guy shows hardly any emotion. I'll say this though, if he were to be announced head coach tomorrow, I wouldn't mind one bit. The only thing that turns me off is the fact that he lacks the ability to energize. That's all I'm getting at.

[IowaTD]

Come on SH....emotion on the sidelines is no way to decipher who is or is not a quality coach. And I can give numerous examples of how that is wrong.

[InKirkWeTrust]

Lol, I did see that, but did you see what he did right after he did that? Crossed his arms, and just looked on. I mean, the guy shows hardly any emotion. I'll say this though, if he were to be announced head coach tomorrow, I wouldn't mind one bit. The only thing that turns me off is the fact that he lacks the ability to energize. That's all I'm getting at.
Wouldn't this be similar to saying, "Did you see what Bob Knight did right after he threw that chair...he just walked back to the bench and put his hands on his hips and stared at the ref." ??

[InKirkWeTrust]

Now that is a funny reply...I seriously laughed. You are right about Altman too, not very emotive but one hell of a coach.

I read that Stallings is rumored to Michigan.

-Sean
I've been reading on other boards that West Virginia's Beilein is their #1 candidate.

Also hearing that they have interest in interviewing Lowery and Kruger....and that Lowery told them he's currently in talks with Iowa.

And the plot thickens. ;)

[InKirkWeTrust]

Pearl -- OUT
Kruger -- OUT
Altman -- Probable frunt-runner and is the only one I've heard that is lobbying for the job
Stallings -- Recently been contacted by Iowa and fits Barta's criteria to a "t"
Crean -- OUT*
Majerus -- was it just a wild rumor???
Lowery -- Apparently his negotiations over a contract upgrade from SIU is on hold...which could be a clue since Iowa is reportedly interested

Things are picking up now that the search committee has been formed and the search firm has been hired, but it looks like the decision may not come as fast as we thought...could slide into next week.
*From the same guy who personally knows Majerus that I've quoted in other posts on this thread...

person from marquette called me and has indicated iowa contacted crean and offerred a "substantial amount of money" . crean said he was not interested. nine years left on his contract and substantial buyout.

[bbanks07]

whos the coach for ohio state?? hes good lets get him!

[Aaron]

whos the coach for ohio state?? hes good lets get him!

Lol, Thad Matta? I do believe he's not even half of a thought in Barta's sub-conscience. I'd like to have him, but the U of I doesn't have enough money to pay him and to reimburse what he pays his players...

[bbanks07]

haha why dont they look more into chris lowery though? isnt he the one who made illinois?
and look what hes done with UNLV. sounds like a pretty good decision to me?!

[bbanks07]

excuse me lon kurger so many names being thrown out here and im not a huge follower of college bball

[Aaron]

Lon Kruger is who you're thinking of - he did well at Illinois, and turned that program around after they had a couple of bad seasons. He's now at UNLV, but he has a track record of moving around a lot.

Lowery is the coach at Southern Illinois, and he's doing great there, but he doesn't have very much head coaching experience in comparison to Altman.

[bbanks07]

yes my knowledge of college basketball is uncanny!! ;-)

[xfactor9600]

I have a call into a few people... but the name I'm hearing is Kevin Stallings of Vanderbilt.

He's done a decent job at Vandy, probably should have defeated Geogetown, and loses his two best players to graduation.

[InKirkWeTrust]

I have a call into a few people... but the name I'm hearing is Kevin Stallings of Vanderbilt.
He's done a decent job at Vandy, probably should have defeated Geogetown, and loses his two best players to graduation.

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[Hawk4Life]

I have a call into a few people... but the name I'm hearing is Kevin Stallings of Vanderbilt.

He's done a decent job at Vandy, probably should have defeated Geogetown, and loses his two best players to graduation.

On CBSSportsline.com (http://www.sportsline.com/collegebasketball/story/10094381)sounds like Michigan is going after him hard. But I just heard on ESPN Radio that Michigan were looking at John Beilein the West Virgina Coach more. Who knows.

[xfactor9600]

Sorry... i forgot to update... Stallings has apparently told both UM and Iowa that he is interested... but that if he has to go through a committee he's not. He basically wants UM and Iowa to bid for his services. UM's #1 choice is Beilein.

[HawkeyeSean]

Sorry... i forgot to update... Stallings has apparently told both UM and Iowa that he is interested... but that if he has to go through a committee he's not. He basically wants UM and Iowa to bid for his services. UM's #1 choice is Beilein.

Wow, Vandy must be feeling the love right now.

-Sean

[Hawk4Life]

No kidding...

I don't know who to like anymore. Still with Altman for the time being.

[ecro2]

I dont know enougth about Stallings but my opinion of Vanderbilt is that it is a second rate school as far as basketball and i think that Iowa could do better.

[Hawk4Life]

I dont know enougth about Stallings but my opinion of Vanderbilt is that it is a second rate school as far as basketball and i think that Iowa could do better.

That is my gut feeling right now to be honest.

[HawkeyeSean]

OK, so the Majerus rumor has been ignited again. This time it has a new wrinkle. Which is that Majerus is interested in the job and would commit to 3-4 years, that is not the new. This is however, if he were to be offered the job he would only take it if BJ Armstrong would come in as his Associate Head Coach so that he could be groomed for the top job when Majerus is through...

Now that is an interesting rumor.

-Sean

[Aaron]

OK, so the Majerus rumor has been ignited again. This time it has a new wrinkle. Which is that Majerus is interested in the job and would commit to 3-4 years, that is not the new. This is however, if he were to be offered the job he would only take it if BJ Armstrong would come in as his Associate Head Coach so that he could be groomed for the top job when Majerus is through...

Now that is an interesting rumor.

-Sean

LOLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!

Sean, you can't say stuff like this. Just when I think I have what I think would be an ideal situation, there is something like this. Man... this would be SPECTACULAR!!!!!!

[Picnue]

Some of you seem to be having way to much fun looking up information to go on here. Are you doing it because you like the program or because you like finding dirt on people, and being a fan of the team makes for an interesting cover up.

Just teasing you all

[HawkeyeSean]

Some of you seem to be having way to much fun looking up information to go on here. Are you doing it because you like the program or because you like finding dirt on people, and being a fan of the team makes for an interesting cover up.

Just teasing you all

We all secretly want to be Magnum, P.I.

:cool:

-Sean

[Aaron]

Some of you seem to be having way to much fun looking up information to go on here. Are you doing it because you like the program or because you like finding dirt on people, and being a fan of the team makes for an interesting cover up.

Just teasing you all

Lol, the dirt isn't the fun part, the fun part is spreading rumors like wildfire and hoping one of them is true ;) I kid I kid. But seriously, I have too much time on my hands.

[InKirkWeTrust]

I dont know enougth about Stallings but my opinion of Vanderbilt is that it is a second rate school as far as basketball and i think that Iowa could do better.
Do some research on Vandy...how strict their admissions are...the conference they play in...how many times they've reached the NCAAs both pre- & post- 'Stallings hiring' and you might change your mind. Their tradition is not great in BB (or FB), but they are an excellent university overall with an even better reputation for molding "scholar athletes".

[mnhawk]

I dont know enougth about Stallings but my opinion of Vanderbilt is that it is a second rate school as far as basketball and i think that Iowa could do better.

Vanderbilt is the Northwestern of the SEC. THis makes what Stallings has accomplished there all the more impressive. Iowa would do well to land him.. However, keep an eye on Gillispie @ A&M. He raelly wants to go to a basketball first school.

[dwils4230]

Anyone catch the TV news segment (olderman, yuch) about the bball coach that was blaming and going off on the Jews? Who was that? What a jerk, he went on and on and on...