Abdur-Rahim seems like a really good dude. Clearly solid in the character department. But, he's only had one winning season (this one) in four; his first two years he was 6-47 -- Wyking/Fox type numbers. His third year was sub-.500 and then finally broke out this year. After what we've been been through the past 6 years, do we have the patience should it take another 4 to get back to a winning record?
This is encouraging. More intrigued by Abdur-Rahim, although Pasternack would undoubtedly elevate the program and help get better resources for the program. I suspect they will at least reach out to Bennett tomorrow. I know he’s staunchly rebuffed us, but if the rumors are true that we’re ready to double our salary budget, maybe we become more attractive.
my number 1 is Amir Abdur-Rahim. A dynamic personality who can lead, inspire, recruit and coach. He has the passion and vision to mobilize our donors, and break though the Cal admin.
His relationship with Reef and the Abdur-Rahim family is a major plus on all levels of the program.
Joe P would be a solid hire, but there is danger in group think and check-the-box selection approach. If he could bring his PG with him, it would be a plus.
Pulling former All-Star and current G-League president Reef closer could be popular with recruits and fans. I also think Amir Abdur-Rahim (AAR) may have a higher ceiling with a more exciting style, though there will probably be a learning curve.
Pasternak is probably more ready to go due to his experience and West Coast ties. Turned around UCSB quickly but I'm not sure how well his style will translate with a higher level of competition.
Based on my limited knowledge, I'd choose AAR though I think a first year Pasternak team might look better than a first year AAR team.
Good rumors. Like Bob I'm no expert on either guy but both have track records of taking second tier teams into first tier contention. That's Cal in a nutshell. I have to say I prefer a Rahim brother if possible, just because Shareef is/was such a stellar dude and if he speaks highly enough of his brother for Cal to consider him then that goes a long way in my book. I'd be happy with Pasternak given his record. I want the guy who wants Cal the most, and who can turn the program back into a consistent winner.
I like it. Pasternack if it could galvanize donor support and lessen the role of Jim Knowlton...Amir if it could galvanize Shareef/Jaylen support and help increase the NIL war chest, which is Cal's ticket to counter balance the self-imposed, stringent and completely asinine academic hurdles.
My #1 is Pitino. Whatever that dirty dog does to get his programs hopping, I'm willing to put up with it to get CAL going. These other candidates are just the next Fox if our goody-two-shoes culture and irrelevant academic standards for players continue.
(P.S. Are we "bady" if we only have one shoe? I refuse to google the origins of that saying, so I can continue to enjoy its mystery)
Both of these guys are mid-range candidates with some, but not a lot of, sustained successes - they probably are the best that Knowlton can amass (and that's scary) - the Cal program needs an excitement generating stud! - with the women's program in the toilet too, there is a big, wet towel covering Harmon - I'd rather that Cal take a dynamic, aggressive, innovative, extremely successful junior college coach and get out of his way - it's risky, but what the hell? Cal's program is in dire straits and this hire needs to be a bold, excitement generating one.
Abdur-Rahim seems like a really good dude. Clearly solid in the character department. But, he's only had one winning season (this one) in four; his first two years he was 6-47 -- Wyking/Fox type numbers. His third year was sub-.500 and then finally broke out this year. After what we've been been through the past 6 years, do we have the patience should it take another 4 to get back to a winning record?
This is encouraging. More intrigued by Abdur-Rahim, although Pasternack would undoubtedly elevate the program and help get better resources for the program. I suspect they will at least reach out to Bennett tomorrow. I know he’s staunchly rebuffed us, but if the rumors are true that we’re ready to double our salary budget, maybe we become more attractive.
my number 1 is Amir Abdur-Rahim. A dynamic personality who can lead, inspire, recruit and coach. He has the passion and vision to mobilize our donors, and break though the Cal admin.
His relationship with Reef and the Abdur-Rahim family is a major plus on all levels of the program.
Joe P would be a solid hire, but there is danger in group think and check-the-box selection approach. If he could bring his PG with him, it would be a plus.
Amir is pure inspiration & would be a great recruiter! I'm guessing Shareef is on the search committee?
Pulling former All-Star and current G-League president Reef closer could be popular with recruits and fans. I also think Amir Abdur-Rahim (AAR) may have a higher ceiling with a more exciting style, though there will probably be a learning curve.
Pasternak is probably more ready to go due to his experience and West Coast ties. Turned around UCSB quickly but I'm not sure how well his style will translate with a higher level of competition.
Based on my limited knowledge, I'd choose AAR though I think a first year Pasternak team might look better than a first year AAR team.
I'm good with either.
From the local news here in SB:
https://www.noozhawk.com/mark-patton-cal-expected-to-hire-ucsbs-joe-pasternack-as-next-basketball-coach/
Good rumors. Like Bob I'm no expert on either guy but both have track records of taking second tier teams into first tier contention. That's Cal in a nutshell. I have to say I prefer a Rahim brother if possible, just because Shareef is/was such a stellar dude and if he speaks highly enough of his brother for Cal to consider him then that goes a long way in my book. I'd be happy with Pasternak given his record. I want the guy who wants Cal the most, and who can turn the program back into a consistent winner.
I like it. Pasternack if it could galvanize donor support and lessen the role of Jim Knowlton...Amir if it could galvanize Shareef/Jaylen support and help increase the NIL war chest, which is Cal's ticket to counter balance the self-imposed, stringent and completely asinine academic hurdles.
Either would be fine hires.
What knowlton consider bringing back cuonzo? Or has that ship sailed? I doubt he would given the way he jumped ship
Lost in the shuffle is the news that Kuany entered the portal.
You can’t have him - Owl Nation
You don’t want to go to war with the Owls!!!
My #1 is Pitino. Whatever that dirty dog does to get his programs hopping, I'm willing to put up with it to get CAL going. These other candidates are just the next Fox if our goody-two-shoes culture and irrelevant academic standards for players continue.
(P.S. Are we "bady" if we only have one shoe? I refuse to google the origins of that saying, so I can continue to enjoy its mystery)
Both of these guys are mid-range candidates with some, but not a lot of, sustained successes - they probably are the best that Knowlton can amass (and that's scary) - the Cal program needs an excitement generating stud! - with the women's program in the toilet too, there is a big, wet towel covering Harmon - I'd rather that Cal take a dynamic, aggressive, innovative, extremely successful junior college coach and get out of his way - it's risky, but what the hell? Cal's program is in dire straits and this hire needs to be a bold, excitement generating one.