Billy Kennedy to Join Shocker Coaching Staff

[Kung Wu]

And for your viewing pleasure....

That was fun!

[WuDrWu]

Often times it's not what you know but who you know. This is the product of IHCIB staying active long before the October surprise and keeping good contacts. But also, don't discount ADDB's role in making this happen. He too has a relationship here and maintaining those relationships keeps one prepared for even the worst case scenario. Even then, the AD has to be willing and able to make it happen. I promise you that a coach of Billy Kennedy's talent doesn't come free, and it's not like ANY program is swimming in money right now.

That the decision was made to bring in such a qualified coach to help for the season tells me 3 things:

1. Everyone was doing their job far in advance of the mess
2. The commitment to exceed expectations is still there
3. They believe this program can win right now.

Otherwise you just promote someone for a few months or bring in a body. This hire screams damn the torpedoes, full steam ahead.

Great move by everyone involved.

[Shockadaisical]

Nice hire. I would say we got a nice break that a guy with his credentials was still out there and available.

[wichshock65]

[ShockerFever]

And for your viewing pleasure....

One of the funniest debacles in history. It still makes me laugh hysterically.

[choida]

A class act off the court, as well, Kennedy was presented with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes' 2011 John Lotz "Barnabas" Award at the Final Four in Houston. The award is presented by the FCA to a basketball coach who best exhibits a commitment to Christ, integrity, encouragement to others and living a balanced life.

Is that the same thing as what Mike Pence represents as far as evangelism goes?

[1972Shocker]

Is that the same thing as what Mike Pence represents as far as evangelism goes?

Here is an article on the 2020 award winner, Viginia head coach Tony Bennett, which includes list of the previous 17 winners. Some familiar names, some not so familiar names.

https://www.nbc29.com/2020/04/07/tony-bennett-named-fcas-john-lotz-barnabas-award-winner/

I will leave to you do determine if this is what Mike Pence represents as it may or may not relate to coaching and providing leadership and guidance to young men.

[ShockingButTrue]

A rather surprising, and good, hiring. I like it a lot.

[shocker43]

Man, it feels good to get some positive news out of the program. I'm excited for this season to begin.

[pinstripers]

Certainly appears to be a home run

[1972Shocker]

Certainly appears to be a home run

He certainly should be a great security blanket for IHCIB. OTOH, hard to say how much impact ACBK can have joining a brand new program this late into a late starting season filled with uncertainties. That said it might be about the best hire they could possible have made in the circumstances.

In any case, time to lace 'em and see what we got.

[proshox]

He certainly should be a great security blanket for IHCIB. OTOH, hard to say how much impact ACBK can have joining a brand new program this late into a late starting season filled with uncertainties. That said it might be about the best hire they could possible have made in the circumstances.

In any case, time to lace 'em and see what we got.

The plan goes out the door once you get punched in the face. Having steady battle hardened assistants can help when the poop hits the fans. Without a doubt, this hire exceeds anybody’s unrealistic expectations. Well done!

[Dan]

The plan goes out the door once you get punched in the face. Having steady battle hardened assistants can help when the poop hits the fans. Without a doubt, this hire exceeds anybody’s unrealistic expectations. Well done!

and another reason why the staff doesn’t consult shockernet for these types of decisions.

[WuDrWu]

and another reason why the staff doesn’t consult shockernet for these types of decisions.

Who's to say they didn't? (I kid because I care)

[pogo]

Man, it feels good to get some positive news out of the program. I'm excited for this season to begin.

The hiring does feel like a break in the storm clouds that have been over the program for awhile.