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Post by phightingphoenix1 on Dec 18, 2018 16:27:15 GMT -5
I might be in the minority and obviously this is something that could be proven wrong in a few years... but is this the best hire for Elon today and in 3 years? I see why Blank made this move, and understand it but is it really the best move? Outside of keeping him to keep some of the staff together as well as the recruiting class what other reasons do you all think this is the guy? I am not a fan of always promoting from with in just to keep a recruiting class together which is what this feels like. Cig came in mid/last Dec and still put together a good class and did pretty well. I get also that there is early signing now which makes some difference I know. Just feels like we did not even put out some feelers on some jobs, and if we did and this was the best guy we could get what does that say about what people think of this opportunity? I hope he does well, it was a great two years so hope they keep it going. Get his staff in here and get to work. This decision, does make me a little nervous. Based on what Blank said in the presser, the players had great input into the decision. AD Badoour made the decision to elevate Defensive Coordinator Carl Torbush to Head Coach after Mack Brown left for Texas, as I understand, after talking with players. Well, that decision took all momentum out of the UNC football program. I hope this was not an emotional decision but one that was carefully considered. I know many, perhaps Blank included, wanted a decision prior to signing day to secure the class with continuity. That is important, but, not always a good decision. Again, the UNC reference comes into play. Torbush signed a great class, but wins didn't come. Coach T may be an outstanding hire. Let's hope and pray he is. Good luck coach! We're ready for Elon to be a football school...
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Post by Elon Man on Dec 18, 2018 16:29:32 GMT -5
I might be in the minority and obviously this is something that could be proven wrong in a few years... but is this the best hire for Elon today and in 3 years? I see why Blank made this move, and understand it but is it really the best move? Outside of keeping him to keep some of the staff together as well as the recruiting class what other reasons do you all think this is the guy? I am not a fan of always promoting from with in just to keep a recruiting class together which is what this feels like. Cig came in mid/last Dec and still put together a good class and did pretty well. I get also that there is early signing now which makes some difference I know. Just feels like we did not even put out some feelers on some jobs, and if we did and this was the best guy we could get what does that say about what people think of this opportunity? I hope he does well, it was a great two years so hope they keep it going. Get his staff in here and get to work. I've read there were something like 21 FCS head coaching positions open this "off" season.....16 of which have now been filled with a good number of those being inside promotions. It doesn't appear to be uncommon on this level of football. Trisciani has my full support at the moment. He's talented, respected and charismatic.......I think he'll do fine! You might be right and good stat, thanks. My full support as well just seemed quick hire with not much looking done. But maybe just maybe I need to give Blank a little more credit and he did some searching before hand. Also, Trisciani has zero head coaching experience in college which is interesting since I know Blank said last hire they wanted someone with experience as a head coach. And yes he was a HS head coach for about 4 years after Elon... just interesting when you really start to look at the hire is all.
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Post by Elon Hopeful on Dec 18, 2018 17:49:29 GMT -5
I might be in the minority and obviously this is something that could be proven wrong in a few years... but is this the best hire for Elon today and in 3 years? I see why Blank made this move, and understand it but is it really the best move? Outside of keeping him to keep some of the staff together as well as the recruiting class what other reasons do you all think this is the guy? I am not a fan of always promoting from with in just to keep a recruiting class together which is what this feels like. Cig came in mid/last Dec and still put together a good class and did pretty well. I get also that there is early signing now which makes some difference I know. Just feels like we did not even put out some feelers on some jobs, and if we did and this was the best guy we could get what does that say about what people think of this opportunity? I hope he does well, it was a great two years so hope they keep it going. Get his staff in here and get to work. This decision, does make me a little nervous. Based on what Blank said in the presser, the players had great input into the decision. AD Badoour made the decision to elevate Defensive Coordinator Carl Torbush to Head Coach after Mack Brown left for Texas, as I understand, after talking with players. Well, that decision took all momentum out of the UNC football program. I hope this was not an emotional decision but one that was carefully considered. I know many, perhaps Blank included, wanted a decision prior to signing day to secure the class with continuity. That is important, but, not always a good decision. Again, the UNC reference comes into play. Torbush signed a great class, but wins didn't come. Coach T may be an outstanding hire. Let's hope and pray he is. Good luck coach! We're ready for Elon to be a football school... I've had some of these same thoughts. Trisciani was a position coach 3 years ago. Would a solid coach with head coaching experience been a better choice? Was anyone with HC experience available or called? Was the incoming recruiting class so stellar that we had to hire from within to keep it together? I think Trish did a great job as a DC. I am hopeful he will also rise to the occasion as a HC. But as we all know, from the two hires prior to Cignetti, that isn't always the case. Having said all that, I like Trish. He's dynamic and seems to be a hard worker and liked by the players. Hopefully that all translates to SUCCESS! Regardless, Trish is now our new head coach. So right now, I for one will stifle the doubts and will drop in solidly behind our new head coach. I can't wait till spring ball!
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Post by hoidOfYolen on Dec 18, 2018 22:18:24 GMT -5
phightingphoenix1 Avatar Dec 18, 2018 16:27:15 GMT -5 phightingphoenix1 said: Based on what Blank said in the presser, the players had great input into the decision.
I feel like this gives me hope, to some extent. Having the players support is the most important part, at the end of the day, and we need our leaders to buy into the program for others to follow. Grooming the incoming class and our underclassmen will be crucial to future success.
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Post by whoanellie on Dec 18, 2018 23:50:29 GMT -5
I might be in the minority and obviously this is something that could be proven wrong in a few years... but is this the best hire for Elon today and in 3 years? I see why Blank made this move, and understand it but is it really the best move? Outside of keeping him to keep some of the staff together as well as the recruiting class what other reasons do you all think this is the guy? I am not a fan of always promoting from with in just to keep a recruiting class together which is what this feels like. Cig came in mid/last Dec and still put together a good class and did pretty well. I get also that there is early signing now which makes some difference I know. Just feels like we did not even put out some feelers on some jobs, and if we did and this was the best guy we could get what does that say about what people think of this opportunity? I hope he does well, it was a great two years so hope they keep it going. Get his staff in here and get to work. Well Mr. Elon Man, as a "guest" I assume you are not very committed and I am glad you hope the New coach does well. But this big-boy bizness D-1 football. As opposed to 2 years ago when We also lost our Head coach due to being hired away for a lot more money despite his woeful record. A new system was put into place and our current new hire was a big part of that and the results have ended in being nationally ranked. Our decision to hire and promote from within a proven winning system and also leave enough staff to continue this is truly a no-brainer.One big attribute our new- current head coach has is enthusiasm. Also recruiting changed last year and now the early signing period is a big deal. We have a good shot to save our hardworking staff that recruited their butts off. It almost went for naught. I hope you join the forum and engage into making and keeping relevant Elon athletics. We all need to get behind this.
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Post by Elon Man on Dec 19, 2018 10:44:15 GMT -5
I might be in the minority and obviously this is something that could be proven wrong in a few years... but is this the best hire for Elon today and in 3 years? I see why Blank made this move, and understand it but is it really the best move? Outside of keeping him to keep some of the staff together as well as the recruiting class what other reasons do you all think this is the guy? I am not a fan of always promoting from with in just to keep a recruiting class together which is what this feels like. Cig came in mid/last Dec and still put together a good class and did pretty well. I get also that there is early signing now which makes some difference I know. Just feels like we did not even put out some feelers on some jobs, and if we did and this was the best guy we could get what does that say about what people think of this opportunity? I hope he does well, it was a great two years so hope they keep it going. Get his staff in here and get to work. Well Mr. Elon Man, as a "guest" I assume you are not very committed and I am glad you hope the New coach does well. But this big-boy bizness D-1 football. As opposed to 2 years ago when We also lost our Head coach due to being hired away for a lot more money despite his woeful record. A new system was put into place and our current new hire was a big part of that and the results have ended in being nationally ranked. Our decision to hire and promote from within a proven winning system and also leave enough staff to continue this is truly a no-brainer.One big attribute our new- current head coach has is enthusiasm. Also recruiting changed last year and now the early signing period is a big deal. We have a good shot to save our hardworking staff that recruited their butts off. It almost went for naught. I hope you join the forum and engage into making and keeping relevant Elon athletics. We all need to get behind this. Ahh yes you know me so well... considering I write on here more than a good number of the so called members. Not sure what it matter if I am a member or guest but thanks for telling me my commitment level. Not sure what bib-boy football has to do with anything. I have see good systems with good coaches promote from with in and that doesn't always mean great success but thats okay I know you are right. Curious how many years was Trisciani with Cig? Was he with him before coming to Elon? I am not going to argue with his enthusiasm. Yea I know recruiting has changed as I pointed out before. Not joining the forum, don't see a point in it. I am behind Elon obviously I am passionate enough to get on this board and talk about it.
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New Coach
Dec 19, 2018 20:41:48 GMT -5
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Post by Phoenix on Dec 19, 2018 20:41:48 GMT -5
Coach T will be a great leader for this team and being with Coach Cig 2 years is more that enough time to learn and apply the “blueprint.” He’s more than capable to do the job and lead this program to greater achievements.
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Post by keepitreal on Dec 20, 2018 17:13:58 GMT -5
Looks like Merritt is gone to JMU, while JMU also poaches the DC from Maine. Maine HC goes to Minn as an assistant (not a coordinator). And Delaware poaches the OC from Towson. Kind of figured Merritt was going cause he did not twitter an endorsement of Coach T.
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Post by whoanellie on Dec 20, 2018 17:26:22 GMT -5
Looks like Merritt is gone to JMU, while JMU also poaches the DC from Maine. Maine HC goes to Minn as an assistant (not a coordinator). And Delaware poaches the OC from Towson. Kind of figured Merritt was going cause he did not twitter an endorsement of Coach T. everyone and every place is not immune from the shuffle. almost like hold'em poker. Folmar is still with us. I am sure Trisch is busy rebuilding the staff, as We speak.
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Post by Good Grief! on Dec 20, 2018 17:41:20 GMT -5
Looks like Merritt is gone to JMU, while JMU also poaches the DC from Maine. Maine HC goes to Minn as an assistant (not a coordinator). And Delaware poaches the OC from Towson. Kind of figured Merritt was going cause he did not twitter an endorsement of Coach T. Saw him earlier in the week. Asked him if he was staying. He said, "that's the plan". SMH. Now wondering if Folmar was just hanging back to assure a smooth early NLI day.
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Post by whoanellie on Dec 20, 2018 18:28:59 GMT -5
We could be Maine right now. Cignetti took their DC, and the HC left to be an assistant at Big 10 Minnesota.
no one is immune from this.
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Post by keepitreal on Dec 21, 2018 8:04:27 GMT -5
Hmmm, could be an opportunity too - Maine was paying its HC only $150,000 per. Staff is probably underpaid too - maybe some would like warmer climate with a little extra cash. If the fit is good, why not.
With all these coaching moves I think Coach T will build a good staff.
On another note, Delaware poached Towson OC who is the brother of the Towson HC - ouch! Nice to see we are not the only ones being raided.
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Post by Elon on Dec 22, 2018 12:53:39 GMT -5
Hall had a change of heart. Twitter
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Post by whoanellie on Dec 22, 2018 13:37:01 GMT -5
Hall had a change of heart. Twitter a great guy to get back as a position coach & great recruiter
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Post by keepitreal on Dec 22, 2018 14:31:53 GMT -5
He is no longer listed on the JMU roster/coaches page.
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