Anyone else hearing that JP has already decided Prohm is coming back?

[jcisuclones]

He actually said Iowa State has a track record of success and putting players in the NBA. He didn’t say “this coaching staff”.

On top of that, prior to his injury, he was saying that he only wanted to be at Iowa State for a maximum of 2 years. I think Foster is a great talent, but we aren't going to do very well with a roster full of players who want to make themselves better to improve their draft stock over trying to make the team better.

 

[Cat Stevens]

On top of that, prior to his injury, he was saying that he only wanted to be at Iowa State for a maximum of 2 years. I think Foster is a great talent, but we aren't going to do very well with a roster full of players who want to make themselves better to improve their draft stock over trying to make the team better.

Then you will be happy if and or when he transfers then?

 

[jcisuclones]

Then you will be happy if and or when he transfers then?

Did I say that?

 

[JP4CY]

If Motto says "no, happy in retirement" we need to give the shot to someone, that has success at the lower levels for a number of years at multiple schools.

Rick Pitino has a new hair dye job so he looks younger.

 

[psychlone99]

TJ is the fallback for the fallback choice, you only offer him the job if you have been turned down by others. The Homerun hire is Thad Motta, still young only 53 and one would think he has to be getting the itch to return to a program with a record of success and less pressure than OSU. If Motto says "no, happy in retirement" we need to give the shot to someone, that has success at the lower levels for a number of years at multiple schools. Someone like the former Wisconsin coach, a system coach that can find talent and get them to accept their role in the team, would much rather go that route then someone like the Drake coach.

If you cannot find that guy, then and only then do you offer TJ the job, and hope he that what has been going on at UNLV the past couple of years is something else than recruiting or coaching.

Today I learned that Thad Matta is only 53. If I was guessing his age, I would have put in his 60s. Whoa.

 

[Cat Stevens]

Did I say that?

well what else is this supposed to mean.

but we aren't going to do very well with a roster full of players who want to make themselves better to improve their draft stock over trying to make the team better.

since he stated his goal was to only be here two years there was no question he meant to improve his draft stock

 

[thatguy]

Roster retention on a winless conference team would be another epically stupid reason to not fire him.

 

[jcisuclones]

well what else is this supposed to mean.

but we aren't going to do very well with a roster full of players who want to make themselves better to improve their draft stock over trying to make the team better.

since he stated his goal was to only be here two years there was no question he meant to improve his draft stock

Personally, I don't want to see anyone transfer out, unless they don't provide anything to the team.

Since his surgery, Foster has stated that he will be in school longer than he originally anticipated.

 

[thatguy]

Personally, I don't want to see anyone transfer out, unless they don't provide anything to the team.

Since his surgery, Foster has stated that he will be in school longer than he originally anticipated.

What's the worst that can happen if everyone transfers out? We lose every conference game?

 

[IASTATE07]

Today I learned that Thad Matta is only 53. If I was guessing his age, I would have put in his 60s. Whoa.

Guy Fieri is also 53. Seeing both of them I would guess there is 12-15 years between them.

 

[Cat Stevens]

What's the worst that can happen if everyone transfers out? We lose every conference game?

that’s the spirit

 

[BryceC]

This is exactly what every message board looks like when a coach is a dead man walking. Fans are all the same.

Shout it from the mountaintops. 100% true.

 

[SEIOWA CLONE]

Today I learned that Thad Matta is only 53. If I was guessing his age, I would have put in his 60s. Whoa.

Shocked the hell out of me, was born in 1967.

Thad Matta - Wikipedia

 

[scottwv]

TJ is the fallback for the fallback choice, you only offer him the job if you have been turned down by others. The Homerun hire is Thad Motta, still young only 53 and one would think he has to be getting the itch to return to a program with a record of success and less pressure than OSU. If Motto says "no, happy in retirement" we need to give the shot to someone, that has success at the lower levels for a number of years at multiple schools. Someone like the former Wisconsin coach, a system coach that can find talent and get them to accept their role in the team, would much rather go that route then someone like the Drake coach.

If you cannot find that guy, then and only then do you offer TJ the job, and hope he that what has been going on at UNLV the past couple of years is something else than recruiting or coaching.

Did Thad Motta get his injury/health issues fixed? If not - I don’t see him coaching again.

 

[isucy86]

Allow me to play Devil’s advocate for a second. Here’s why I don’t think he will be fired this year (I think he should be but don’t think he will be).

Our athletic department took a hit this year with Covid (obviously). Pollard just gave Campbell and Co. raises of at least $3M (adding to the deficit lost by Covid) and I don’t think financially we could afford to fire Prohm, pay for his buyout (unless big time donors step up) and hire a new coach worth a hoot. So I think pollard sill chalk up this season as an anomaly (Covid aside this team was still going to suck) and he’s going to give Prohm at least one more year..if he sucks like this next year I wouldn’t be surprised if pollard cuts ties in the middle of the season. I think by giving Prohm one more year, football will bring in however many millions for the athletic department lessening the financial blow if/when pollard decides to fire Prohm.

Also, I think Jamie knows if he fires Prohm at the end of this season, we risk the chance of losing Hunter, Nunn (both who I think are absolute DOGS!), and risking losing guys transfer, like XF who could very well be coming off an injury looking for a fresh start and would be able to with a coaching change.

Comments on highlighted above.

• Haven't followed it closely enough to see if the math works out. But my assumption was the increase in football season ticket prices was to pay for the increases in Campbell and staff's off season salary increases.
• An Athletic Director is crazy if incoming recruits impact his decision to fire/not fire a head coach. Let the chips fall where they may, if Hunter and Nunn can't be convinced to come to Ames by the new coach, so be it. Same goes for existing players. I hope they give the new coach a chance to re-recruit them to ISU. But if Foster, Walker, etc. want to move on- then they need to find the best situation to develop their skills.

A couple other things:

• If ISU wins 2 games this year, how successful do you think Steve Prohm and staff will be on the recruiting trail this summer/next fall? IMO they will struggle to sign top 150 type talent. Same goes for recruiting this spring? They might be able to attract Grad Transfers- but that's about it.
• With the new transfer policies on underclassman, this might be the best time to fire a coach. Hire a new head coach with the right assistant coaches, it shouldn't be unrealistic to turn the roster over and create a new culture in-line with the new head coaches philosophies.

I like some of our current players (and recruits) and would hope they stay at ISU, but IMO most of our existing players didn't come to play for a coach who emphasizes defense, rebounding or toughness. They can because CSP runs a 1-4 offense where players have the green light to shoot.

 

[Cloneman89]

The extension was a fatal mistake. JP did not want CSP - Leath screwed this up. TJ should have been the coach. I don’t care anymore as the “team” is a ragtag group of playground ball

 

[CYdTracked]

Not sure why everyone think Matta would be a slam dunk hire. Yes he had some good teams at tOSU but part of him stepping down was due to health issues. Go read some of the articles out there, I'm not sure what his health is like today but based on some of the things that were reported I'd have concerns with how the grind of the Big 12 would be on in him.

 

[DhaCheann]

TJ is the fallback for the fallback choice, you only offer him the job if you have been turned down by others. The Homerun hire is Thad Motta, still young only 53 and one would think he has to be getting the itch to return to a program with a record of success and less pressure than OSU. If Motto says "no, happy in retirement" we need to give the shot to someone, that has success at the lower levels for a number of years at multiple schools. Someone like the former Wisconsin coach, a system coach that can find talent and get them to accept their role in the team, would much rather go that route then someone like the Drake coach.

If you cannot find that guy, then and only then do you offer TJ the job, and hope he that what has been going on at UNLV the past couple of years is something else than recruiting or coaching.

IMO Hornacek would be the home run hire. Thad Matta would be a great hire as well though

 

[allfourcy]

Haven't weighed in much on coaching change yet but maybe fans can agree that 'change' can be good and is just necessary sometimes, without it meaning you dislike or don't appreciate the good things our present coach stands for and has achieved here. I remember when McCarney was let go. I felt he had done so much to help the program and was hard working and loyal to the Cyclones. Yet, I also felt it was time for a change. Guessing JP would feel this is somewhat a same scenario. I think a change would be good for CSP too. What do Covid budget shortfalls play into it? We're all guessing or wondering if that's the deciding factor.

All I know is, after just watching Michigan vs. Ohio State, I miss good quality basketball. Those teams scored in the 80's and 90's and I STILL thought they were both playing sound defense! I suppose some would suggest that ISU can't be on that level 'consistently', that its easier to recruit to Michigan and Ohio State, and both may be somewhat true on a consistent basis. But we got that taste of multiple NCAA tournament bids, and that taste is hard to remove from your mouth. Its just a bummer for all involved, and we know not every team can be in the top 20 every year. But JP surely sees the program needs a shot in the arm. More talent and more talented depth needed. I think the reserves for Michigan and Ohio State would be starters for us. It will be an uphill battle for sure, regardless who is the coach. Roster retention is the least of my concerns. I still think CSP is a good coach, great person, etc., but 'change' is sometimes just inevitable.

 

[SEIOWA CLONE]

Not sure why everyone think Matta would be a slam dunk hire. Yes he had some good teams at tOSU but part of him stepping down was due to health issues. Go read some of the articles out there, I'm not sure what his health is like today but based on some of the things that were reported I'd have concerns with how the grind of the Big 12 would be on in him.

Back problems was the reason he retired.

Matta previously underwent back surgery that left him without a fully-functioning right foot and back complications. He has not ruled out coaching again but told reporters that he is focused on his health and family.

Thad Matta out as head coach at Ohio State after 13 years - Sports Illustrated