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Post by ghostofdylan on Mar 5, 2013 12:19:59 GMT -6
The anger I feel is rapidly advancing toward apathy.
The rest of the time I just laugh.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 5, 2013 12:21:04 GMT -6
Why does it feel like there are only about 12 people who know what's going on here ... and they're all regular posters on this board? I believe this to be true!
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Post by PantherU on Mar 5, 2013 12:40:35 GMT -6
They're working on a firm plan, it just sucks compared to mine.
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Post by buppie05 on Mar 5, 2013 12:59:45 GMT -6
I'm taking a wait and see approach. I know a lot of people are frustrated with this hire, not because we don't think Amanda is a qualified candidate, but because a lot of people thought hiring Plinske was a no-brainer. That coupled with the fact that we have seen bad decision after bad decision derail the momentum of our cherished basketball program, brings out the skepticism.
She is our AD, nothing we can do about that but rally behind her and hope that she will share our passion for basketball. I will attend games next year and be a fan, even if I have to see Jeter coaching at the KC again, which will make me want to claw my eyes out.
I hope everyone at this juncture supports Amanda, because she deserves our support, at least at this juncture. Should I run into her myself, I will give her very encouraging words. I felt (without knowing much) that she was the 2nd best fit next to Paul, and she deserves the opportunity to prove that she was first all along.
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Post by kingsteve on Mar 5, 2013 13:48:20 GMT -6
Totally agree... despite all my frustrations with everything that has gone on I am not pre-judging and definitely support her. It is the overall mission and direction that UWM Chancellor gives her that I am concerned about more than necesarrily her abilities. Hope they are being straight with her and us but see my prior post on where I think this may all be heading.
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Post by kingsteve on Mar 5, 2013 13:49:22 GMT -6
ps ... I trust Andy Geiger as much as I trust ....well....I will say no more
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Post by PANTHERfan on Mar 5, 2013 14:43:03 GMT -6
I have no idea how to evaluate this hire at the moment.
I do find it interesting that Plinske was passed over, twice --- this time with Geiger at the helm.
By this time next year I want to see a visionary and implementable plan in place for long-term growth of all athletic programs. I'd also like to see a strong fundraising effort underway. It's unrealistic to expect a coaching change for men's bball.
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Post by Pantherholic on Mar 5, 2013 21:26:54 GMT -6
They're working on a firm plan, it just sucks compared to mine. Since you know what's their plan?
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Post by PantherU on Mar 6, 2013 2:46:09 GMT -6
They're working on a firm plan, it just sucks compared to mine. Since you know what's their plan? Check thy PM's.
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Post by FTA1982 on Mar 6, 2013 9:38:51 GMT -6
Braun to be on the Bill Michaels Show sometime today on 1250 WSSP.
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Post by apaladino on Mar 6, 2013 12:05:19 GMT -6
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Post by yuhayden on Mar 6, 2013 12:27:12 GMT -6
Braun to be on the Bill Michaels Show sometime today on 1250 WSSP. Bill Michaels: "Is men's basketball the 'cash cow' of the athletic department?" Amanda Braun: "Well, if you look at the budget it is."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2013 13:16:17 GMT -6
I thought she handled the question perfectly.
This is a great hire.
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Post by uwmfansince1997 on Mar 6, 2013 14:53:31 GMT -6
all take now. when I see, i'll believe it. ie.) geiger
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Post by apaladino on Mar 6, 2013 14:57:42 GMT -6
What was she supposed to say. I think I would have handled that question just as well....
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