82SiouxGuy Posted April 18, 2013 Posted April 18, 2013 We'll have to agree to disagree, because I think the university should care about those things. For example, say Hak was fired (purely hypothetical...I'm not advocating that he be fired), and the university hires a coach with a track record of success, but he plays the trap game. I think there would be a backlash from fans, supporters, etc., because that's not Sioux hockey. So because of the coaching style, is that no longer a good fit for the university? There's a tradition to uphold, and the coaching philosophy plays into that. Disclaimer: I do realize that all teams employ the trap at some point or another, including the Sioux. But they don't do it night in and night out like Bemidji, etc., so I don't consider that the overall 'style' of what Sioux hockey entails. Style or philosophy of the coach would probably help the committee choose the candidates that they interview. The athletic director or another staffer would probably share some of that information and the preferences of the athletic department with the committee as part of the expectations that the department has for a coach. The committee doesn't have total control. They get a lot of input into the process from others, especially the department. And the committee will probably present 2 or 3 candidates to the AD with some recommendations. So if the school doesn't want a coach that preaches trap, the committee is unlikely to send the AD all coaches that do preach trap. This process can work well for finding a coach if there isn't a time issue. But it is just like most hiring practices, sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. Quote
WalshSiouxSweater Posted April 25, 2013 Posted April 25, 2013 Well, I was completely wrong about OSU making a power play for Gwozdecky. Now I just need to hope that I was also wrong about ME being too timid to go after him. Doesn't look good, though, if that USHR tweet about finalists is accurate (former players Corkum and Pellerin, former Walsh assistant and current Yale asst Red Gendron, and Eastern junior star Tremblay) Quote
MafiaMan Posted May 2, 2013 Posted May 2, 2013 Rumors abound about Gwoz being in talks with UConn...stay away, George, you don't want to deal with THAT logo 'controversy,' LOL! Quote
Blackheart Posted May 2, 2013 Posted May 2, 2013 Rumors abound about Gwoz being in talks with UConn...stay away, George, you don't want to deal with THAT logo 'controversy,' LOL! That, and all the 'Husky' women... Quote
MafiaMan Posted May 2, 2013 Posted May 2, 2013 That, and all the 'Husky' women... I thought St Cloud State already had a coach? Quote
Blackheart Posted May 2, 2013 Posted May 2, 2013 I thought St Cloud State already had a coach? More Husky women? Quote
keikla Posted May 3, 2013 Posted May 3, 2013 According to the BDN, Gwoz is one of 3 finalists for the UConn job. Also notes a player who decommitted after Whitehead's firing. http://bangordailynews.com/2013/05/02/sports/ex-denver-coach-bc-assistant-among-three-finalists-for-uconn-hockey-coaching-post/ Quote
MafiaMan Posted May 3, 2013 Posted May 3, 2013 According to the BDN, Gwoz is one of 3 finalists for the UConn job. Also notes a player who decommitted after Whitehead's firing. http://bangordailyne...-coaching-post/ Roberto de-commits to Maine...and commits to BU. Keep taking your time picking a coach, Maine! Quote
keikla Posted May 7, 2013 Posted May 7, 2013 According to Brad, Mike Cavanaugh is in the final stages of talks for the UConn job. Which means Gwoz is still available to Maine if they so choose... Quote
MafiaMan Posted May 7, 2013 Posted May 7, 2013 According to Brad, Mike Cavanaugh is in the final stages of talks for the UConn job. Which means Gwoz is still available to Maine if they so choose... They'll eff it up. Quote
siouxweet Posted May 7, 2013 Posted May 7, 2013 I'm beginning to think gwoz will not coach next year. Quote
keikla Posted May 8, 2013 Posted May 8, 2013 They'll eff it up. Yep. I'm beginning to think gwoz will not coach next year. And, yep. Quote
cberkas Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 I'm beginning to think gwoz will not coach next year. Maybe he is thinking of going to the NHL, Av's fired their coach (I don't know and haven't looked to see if it was filled yet). Quote
Hayduke Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 Maybe he is thinking of going to the NHL, Av's fired their coach (I don't know and haven't looked to see if it was filled yet). I don't know. I'm not sure the Av management respects college hockey all that much. But, when you have the second worst record in the NHL, maybe they'll change their tune... Quote
MafiaMan Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 http://bangordailynews.com/2013/05/28/sports/gendron-eager-to-begin-as-maine-mens-hockey-coach-return-struggling-program-to-glory-days/ Old news by now, obviously, but I don't think Maine did a bad job with their selection...tough to see Gwoz not behind a bench this coming season though. Quote
Blackheart Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 http://bangordailynews.com/2013/05/28/sports/gendron-eager-to-begin-as-maine-mens-hockey-coach-return-struggling-program-to-glory-days/ Old news by now, obviously, but I don't think Maine did a bad job with their selection...tough to see Gwoz not behind a bench this coming season though. It's also tough to see him when he is behind the bench... Quote
nodak651 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 It's also tough to see him when he is behind the bench... ... or on top of the dasher boards. 2 Quote
Redneksioux Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Maybe gwoz could fill the nchc commissioner position? Quote
Goon Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Eric J. Burton @goon48 Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. 5:16 PM - 31 May 2013 Quote
yababy8 Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Maybe gwoz could fill the nchc commissioner position? DU might not be very high on that one? Quote
watchmaker49 Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Eric J. Burton @goon48 Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. 5:16 PM - 31 May 2013 Why not? As been mentioned before hockey is a different sport and would be great to have a hockey running it. We know he sure would not favor DU over anyone. Quote
farce poobah Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Eric J. Burton @goon48 Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. Gwoz for NCHC Head, Gwoz for NCHC head.Gwoz for NCHC head. 5:16 PM - 31 May 2013 I think its fun to imagine what kind of changes he might make. 1. All arenas shall install step-stools behind all player benches. Step-stools shall be at least 18 inches high. 2. All arenas shall install extra-grip coating on top of dasher boards. 3. Immediate prohibition on all signs saying "you must be THIS TALL to be NCHC Commissioner". 4. Denver University gets 2 points for wins, and everyone else gets 3 points. ... so much fodder for the offseason ... 1 Quote
luv4hockey Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 I think its fun to imagine what kind of changes he might make. 1. All arenas shall install step-stools behind all player benches. Step-stools shall be at least 18 inches high. 2. All arenas shall install extra-grip coating on top of dasher boards. 3. Immediate prohibition on all signs saying "you must be THIS TALL to be NCHC Commissioner". 4. Denver University gets 2 points for wins, and everyone else gets 3 points. ... so much fodder for the offseason ... I laughed out load when I read this. Quote
Big A HG Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 I laughed out load when I read this. I hope no one is around to smell it. 2 Quote
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