Re: Boston College Eagles 
2018-2019
So in other words....Jerry York is "umileating" himself by sticking around?
2018-2019So in other words....Jerry York is "umileating" himself by sticking around?
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Boston College Eagles 🦅 2018-2019
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Fishman'81
Black Bear since D-2
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
I feel a *little* pain, even as a Maine fan, because Jewwy's BC teams have always been so fun to watch OOC, and in the NCAA tournament.
Having said that, Maine and BC are both in the same boat right now: a few bricks short of a load, recruiting-wise. That seems to be a crap-shoot each and every year lately, and the PWR provides ample evidence even as we speak. (Arizona State, really?!?)
Looking like a scratch-and-claw deal right now, and tradition doesn't count for much anymore.
2018-2019I feel a *little* pain, even as a Maine fan, because Jewwy's BC teams have always been so fun to watch OOC, and in the NCAA tournament.
Having said that, Maine and BC are both in the same boat right now: a few bricks short of a load, recruiting-wise. That seems to be a crap-shoot each and every year lately, and the PWR provides ample evidence even as we speak. (Arizona State, really?!?)
Looking like a scratch-and-claw deal right now, and tradition doesn't count for much anymore.
mookie1995
there's a good buck in that racket.
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
It always ends badly, otherwise it wouldn’t end
2018-2019It always ends badly, otherwise it wouldn’t end
mookie1995
there's a good buck in that racket.
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
Looking at the standings I recognize one reason as to why some like all teams making the playoffs. With only 8 making it now, it's pretty clear which 8 teams will be in the playoffs. Doesn't look too promising for Vermont, UConn and Merrimack. BC doesn't get any of them down the stretch. They won't have much to play for other than pride. Hopefully they don't pack it in.
2018-2019Looking at the standings I recognize one reason as to why some like all teams making the playoffs. With only 8 making it now, it's pretty clear which 8 teams will be in the playoffs. Doesn't look too promising for Vermont, UConn and Merrimack. BC doesn't get any of them down the stretch. They won't have much to play for other than pride. Hopefully they don't pack it in.
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
On the other hand, there are "some" teams that seemingly have a lot to play for but are playing as though they have already packed it in....
2018-2019On the other hand, there are "some" teams that seemingly have a lot to play for but are playing as though they have already packed it in....
Cross Check
Doggie Out! Afuera!
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
That saying always sounds good. Not always true though. See Elway, John.
2018-2019That saying always sounds good. Not always true though. See Elway, John.
The Big Ten was weak for a while but Don Lucia should have been let go at six straight regular season championships.
In 2007 you could have argued in favor of Timmy that he had made back to back frozen fours. BC has declined a lot in the last 10 years and for people to argue otherwise is foolish. I could tell five years ago they were on the same path Maine traveled and it has proven to be true.
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
This needs some context. The last two seasons really weren't bad years. They were solid years rebounding from a mass exodus of players. Just missed the NCAA tourney both times. However, that was supposed to turn into something this year. The entire team is back and they have vastly underachieved. To be sitting at 10-14 is a complete disaster of a season really when this should have been a clear cut NCAA tourney team. This year is why I am concerned. Could he still turn it around over the next couple years? Sure, but this has been the most disappointing team in his entire tenure at BC.
Drew, one caveat. Maine took the LSSU path back into obscurity. There is no guarantee Maine ever gets back to the Shawn Walsh days. BC, however, should be able to turn this around rather quickly if they hire the right guy. A la Quinn at BU.
2018-2019This needs some context. The last two seasons really weren't bad years. They were solid years rebounding from a mass exodus of players. Just missed the NCAA tourney both times. However, that was supposed to turn into something this year. The entire team is back and they have vastly underachieved. To be sitting at 10-14 is a complete disaster of a season really when this should have been a clear cut NCAA tourney team. This year is why I am concerned. Could he still turn it around over the next couple years? Sure, but this has been the most disappointing team in his entire tenure at BC.
Drew, one caveat. Maine took the LSSU path back into obscurity. There is no guarantee Maine ever gets back to the Shawn Walsh days. BC, however, should be able to turn this around rather quickly if they hire the right guy. A la Quinn at BU.
buoldtimer
The social ramble ain't restful
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
Who would be your candidates/preferences as a suitable replacement?
2018-2019Who would be your candidates/preferences as a suitable replacement?
There’s a good chance no team ever reaches the heights Shawn reached at Maine. The game has changed a lot in the past however many years. We can both blame coaching, and it’s part of the issue, but I think Maine would have declined to some degree along with all the other top programs. York is copping it right now, but I’m sure systemic issues are as much to blame as he is.
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
The obvious answer is Greg Brown. I know he is very well respected but he still doesn't have head coaching experience. One guy without college coaching experience is Scott Gordon. The Flyers are hot right now so perhaps he gets the permanent job there. If he doesn't, I would take a strong look at him. Pair him up with a proven college recruiter and I think you'd be in business. If you want an outside the box hire, Dave Hakstol is looking for work. Never won a national title at UND but has an outstanding resume. I don't think Mike Cavanaugh would be a candidate right now. Still a lot to prove at UConn. Beyond that, I think you would at least sniff around to see if any current D1 head coaches would be interested. That could go in a number of different directions.
2018-2019The obvious answer is Greg Brown. I know he is very well respected but he still doesn't have head coaching experience. One guy without college coaching experience is Scott Gordon. The Flyers are hot right now so perhaps he gets the permanent job there. If he doesn't, I would take a strong look at him. Pair him up with a proven college recruiter and I think you'd be in business. If you want an outside the box hire, Dave Hakstol is looking for work. Never won a national title at UND but has an outstanding resume. I don't think Mike Cavanaugh would be a candidate right now. Still a lot to prove at UConn. Beyond that, I think you would at least sniff around to see if any current D1 head coaches would be interested. That could go in a number of different directions.
buoldtimer
The social ramble ain't restful
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
BC guy? Must be? Preference?, or not a consideration?
2018-2019BC guy? Must be? Preference?, or not a consideration?
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
It would be nice if they had BC ties but the way things are going now, open it up to everyone. Don't limit yourself to BC guys and just find the right guy for the job.
2018-2019It would be nice if they had BC ties but the way things are going now, open it up to everyone. Don't limit yourself to BC guys and just find the right guy for the job.
mookie1995
there's a good buck in that racket.
Nick Papagiorgio
Holding court
Re: Boston College Eagles 2018-2019
Had a few busy days here, didn't even see the last 2 periods of the Piszpot. This season cannot end soon enough. Feel bad for Woll, the dude is going to make some good money as a pro goalie but it's a 1-person team right now (I feel like Cotton has trailed off some).
Anyway, genuinely shocked about the York thing, but who knows what the extension is trying to accomplish and what the terms are and what language/terms may supercede the old one contract or if that is even possible. Someone had tipped me off last week about this contract extension and I literally thought they were joking with me so I just ignored it. I really doubt he coaches out through the end of it. But I truly thought this was his last year and he was smart enough to walk away. It's a fun experiment to see how far we can get to rock bottom too I guess.
2018-2019Had a few busy days here, didn't even see the last 2 periods of the Piszpot. This season cannot end soon enough. Feel bad for Woll, the dude is going to make some good money as a pro goalie but it's a 1-person team right now (I feel like Cotton has trailed off some).
Anyway, genuinely shocked about the York thing, but who knows what the extension is trying to accomplish and what the terms are and what language/terms may supercede the old one contract or if that is even possible. Someone had tipped me off last week about this contract extension and I literally thought they were joking with me so I just ignored it. I really doubt he coaches out through the end of it. But I truly thought this was his last year and he was smart enough to walk away. It's a fun experiment to see how far we can get to rock bottom too I guess.