Race Thompson

[isutrevman]

Nothing surprising, but see where Race is visiting at Gopher game tonight along with several others, including AJ Green (the guy who visited us but is said to be not coming here). They have re-energized their fan base/atmosphere to say the least. Have to hope Race develops a better relationship with Prohm vs. Pittino. I don't get it, but why when they put the camera on little Pitino during games, does it give me the 'willies'?

He has really weird mannerisms.

 

[Cyclonepride]

couldn't teams say the same thing about us?

Steve Prohm seems like the opposite of a guy that wants to climb the ladder. Pay him market value and I'm not too worried.

 

[ca4cy]

couldn't teams say the same thing about us?

Probably. Prohm just doesn't have the same "next big thing" feel to me that Pitino does. Obviously I know nothing about either ones aspirations so my opinion means nothing.

 

[TBT]

Boring game for Race/AJ to go to tonight. If that means anything.

 

[Doc]

Steve Prohm seems like the opposite of a guy that wants to climb the ladder. Pay him market value and I'm not too worried.

His market value might get pretty high if this team makes the Sweet 16 or if they make the tourney next year.

 

[allfourcy]

His market value might get pretty high if this team makes the Sweet 16 or if they make the tourney next year.

I would only agree with that if its a case(opportunity) where he wants him and his wife to return to the south, closer to her family, etc.

 

[CycloneBBFan]

Probably. Prohm just doesn't have the same "next big thing" feel to me that Pitino does. Obviously I know nothing about either ones aspirations so my opinion means nothing.

Prohm loves the Hilton Magic crowd. He won't trade down that's for sure.

 

[theiceman1967]

Can really see Prohm going to the NBA anytime soon.

 

[CyinCo]

Can really see Prohm going to the NBA anytime soon.

The bait is set. Now wait for it.

 

[SwirlyBird]

Steve Prohm seems like the opposite of a guy that wants to climb the ladder. Pay him market value and I'm not too worried.

everyone has a price that will take them elsewhere.

 

[LLCoolCY]

Nothing surprising, but see where Race is visiting at Gopher game tonight along with several others, including AJ Green (the guy who visited us but is said to be not coming here). They have re-energized their fan base/atmosphere to say the least. Have to hope Race develops a better relationship with Prohm vs. Pittino. I don't get it, but why when they put the camera on little Pitino during games, does it give me the 'willies'?

I agree the Gophers turnaround has been impressive, especially with all the turmoil they welast year. I am curious if Pitino may leave for a more high profile job soon. There were a lot of rumors last year that he was going to get one of the Arkansas/Alabama positions after a losing season. Not to mention the thought that big Pitino wants him to take over for him at Louisville. I would be surprised if RP is their coach in 5 years which could kill their recruiting momentum.

 

[Cyclonepride]

everyone has a price that will take them elsewhere.

Most do, some do not.

 

[ILiftWithRoyce]

Steve Prohm seems like the opposite of a guy that wants to climb the ladder. Pay him market value and I'm not too worried.

Agreed. Prohm is about as laid back and down to earth of a family man as you can get, and Ames is a great family place. If the BXII doesn't implode and ISU remains in a high-level conference, keep him paid and if he sustains success, I could see him being here for a very long time.

 

[Cydkar]

Can't compare Hilton to the barn on most nights

The barn has been live this year at times. It's a neat venue, really.

 

[knowlesjam]

everyone has a price that will take them elsewhere.

For the most part I agree with this, however, some do stay despite big $'s being thrown their way...Coach K at Duke, Coach B at Syracuse, etc. Not putting Coach Prohm in this group, but all of the big names that stayed started out at Coach Prohm's level.

 

[2forISU]

When Mike Anderson get's fired, Arkansas will be reaching out.

 

[Cydkar]

Agreed. Prohm is about as laid back and down to earth of a family man as you can get, and Ames is a great family place. If the BXII doesn't implode and ISU remains in a high-level conference, keep him paid and if he sustains success, I could see him being here for a very long time.

I think the only issue would be getting back "home" to the south. That's a draw to many people. No clue if that is how he thinks. If you win at ISU it's an awesome job. You will be appreciated as much as anywhere. Except Kentucky, but they just fool all those toothless people with soft food at the concessions. They think it's heaven.

 

[Cyclonepride]

For the most part I agree with this, however, some do stay despite big $'s being thrown their way...Coach K at Duke, Coach B at Syracuse, etc. Not putting Coach Prohm in this group, but all of the big names that stayed started out at Coach Prohm's level.

Mark Few is probably the headliner of the "could have traded up" coaching club.

 

[Mtowncyclone13]

When Mike Anderson get's fired, Arkansas will be reaching out.

great. we're already speculating.

 

[cyfanatic]

So...so I can be lazy, not look it up myself...and bring it back to topic: how is Race's team doing this year? Successful on a state champion level?