Re: NCAA era Program rankings-accomplishments only
As has been explained earlier, I think you're over-emphasizing Campbell's quote. Plus, Brooks won with a bunch of Sonmor's kids. That being said, it was a very impressive feat given the time and what was surrounding college hockey. Further, I don't think there is anything wrong with tying Mariucci's accomplishments/vision to the University; however, it should be noted that it was Mariucci's vision (that the coaches that followed him shared), and not the University of Minnesota's. As a result, in the context of accomplishments by the program, I wouldn't put as much weight on those sorts of accomplishments/visions from individuals. Now, I would certainly look at that when considering something like the Greatest Coach of All Time, or the Most Important Person to college hockey type discussion.
As for Kennedy, people were simply asking who should get credit. If anyone, it should be the sponsor's of the bill and the President that signed it. Using your logic, whatever University produced/employed those people should get the credit. As for Kennedy's connection to the hockey program, I have no idea whether he had any connection, discussions, or anything of that sort with the program. My guess is you don't either.
Originally posted by JDUBBS1280
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As for Kennedy, people were simply asking who should get credit. If anyone, it should be the sponsor's of the bill and the President that signed it. Using your logic, whatever University produced/employed those people should get the credit. As for Kennedy's connection to the hockey program, I have no idea whether he had any connection, discussions, or anything of that sort with the program. My guess is you don't either.
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