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Quote from: derk on March 22, 2015, 10:58:05 AM

The real question is a new president going to rock the boat in his first decision about the basketball program. With Louie whispering in his ear. I think not.

You're misinterpreting my comment. A new president is not likely to fire a coach who at worst has improved the program and got it going in the right direction. And if he should consult Louie, what do you think Louie would recommend.
Wasn't Louie the one who advised against hiring Calipari? How'd that workout?

Quote from: derk on March 22, 2015, 10:58:05 AM

The real question is a new president going to rock the boat in his first decision about the basketball program. With Louie whispering in his ear. I think not.

What is Louie whispering this time?

Quote from: Marco Baldi on March 22, 2015, 11:05:08 AM

Quote from: derk on March 22, 2015, 10:58:05 AM

The real question is a new president going to rock the boat in his first decision about the basketball program. With Louie whispering in his ear. I think not.

You're misinterpreting my comment. A new president is not likely to fire a coach who at worst has improved the program and got it going in the right direction. And if he should consult Louie, what do you think Louie would recommend.
Wasn't Louie the one who advised against hiring Calipari? How'd that workout?

Quote from: boo3 on March 21, 2015, 01:41:17 PM

For the record, there is no way Miller or Hurley are coming here.   

So now what? 

How do you know that? Archie Miller is so in love with Ohio? Bobby Hurley is happy with lake effect winters? I don't buy that either wouldn't strongly consider St.John's.

The only thing that might have stood in the way of Hurley coming is Father Harrington, because of what he did to senior's former player Elijah Ingram. And for that, I'd agree with him. You don't go anywhere near that SOB.

Quote from: Poison on March 21, 2015, 01:45:45 PM

Quote from: boo3 on March 21, 2015, 01:41:17 PM

For the record, there is no way Miller or Hurley are coming here.   

So now what? 

How do you know that? Archie Miller is so in love with Ohio? Bobby Hurley is happy with lake effect winters? I don't buy that either wouldn't strongly consider St.John's.

The only thing that might have stood in the way of Hurley coming is Father Harrington, because of what he did to senior's former player Elijah Ingram. And for that, I'd agree with him. You don't go anywhere near that SOB.

The Millers are from Pa, right? Location is in his wheelhouse.  He'll have to see eye to eye with Prez and AD, and have a 6 year, 15MIL deal to even consider here.  He's more likely to sit tight, have another good year next year, and go to Indiana or some other big school program. 

I recently read a great book about Hurley Sr. and St. Anthony's.  The book discusses the rumor that circulated when Jarvis was canned about Hurley Sr. taking the St. John's gig.  Senior chose not to pursue the opening - I have no idea if he was a real candidate - because of his devotion to St. Anthony's (which is why he has turned down countless other coaching opportunities at the college and pro ranks).    What is interesting is that in the book, both Hurley boys are quoted as pushing Senior to take the St. John's gig (they basically say you take this, and we will help you get players).  They describe the opportunity as perfect for him because of its proximity to Jersey City and the general makeup of the school (smaller, Catholic, rich in basketball tradition, games at MSG, great conference recruiting ties to the area, etc).  Danny Hurley is cited as being especially supportive, and comes off as being one who views the St. John's job in a favorable manner.   Now we know that Hurley Sr. isn't taking the job, but based on the book, I do think the Hurley family in general, and Danny/Bobby, view the situation as an attractive one.

I don't know anything about bobby's coaching.  I saw two URI games -- don't want danny. Would bobby be a big time recruiter?

Quote from: apesNapes on March 24, 2015, 09:30:44 AM

I don't know anything about bobby's coaching.  I saw two URI games -- don't want danny. Would bobby be a big time recruiter?

Big East. His backyard. Legendary college pg. You better believe that all these local kids will at least take a look at the Johnnies when they weren't previously. The Hurley name carries a ton of clout, especially in these parts. I'm sure Bobby can even get his Dad turned around on SJU lol.

The only unknown is his actual coaching but from what he's done in a short time at Buffalo, I'd say he's already better than Lavin in that dept. I think Bobby would be a vast improvement over Lav.

Sooo this really could happen?