Granted, it is not a football hire. But it is likely to tell us a lot about the next decade of Tennessee athletics.
Bruce demonstrated what the UT program can be. The basketball universe got a chance to see how successful roundball can be in Knoxville.
This hire comes at a time (unlike the Martin hire) when the candidate pool will have plenty to pick from.
There is a fascinating mix to choose from between young coaches with potential, and experienced coaches with a track record.
This process bears watching very closely. What will the UT brass look for? How much are they willing to spend? Are they prepared to get their candidate, or will they let a $ limit control the process?
We are about to learn a lot more about the people who are making decisions on the hill.
Bruce demonstrated what the UT program can be. The basketball universe got a chance to see how successful roundball can be in Knoxville.
This hire comes at a time (unlike the Martin hire) when the candidate pool will have plenty to pick from.
There is a fascinating mix to choose from between young coaches with potential, and experienced coaches with a track record.
This process bears watching very closely. What will the UT brass look for? How much are they willing to spend? Are they prepared to get their candidate, or will they let a $ limit control the process?
We are about to learn a lot more about the people who are making decisions on the hill.
