Well, we all saw the writing on the wall, and I'm sure Charlie did too. I think he's going out with as much grace as he can; we should all include him and his family in our prayers. He's been in the spotlight for a long time and it's going to be quite a change for him.
As for the next coach, it sure would be great to have a man who can ignore the spotlight when necessary, understand the traditions at ND, and get the kids to focus. It would also be great if there are fewer 'stars' and more workmen - in other words, a little more humility from all parties. One of my favorite memories of Lou Holtz was his philosophy that his players were not going to dance in the end zone and do all sorts of attention-getting moves. When a player does those things, it diminishes the team for the individual. I really dislike the chest-thumping, hip grinding displays that have become a tacky part of football. It's a team sport!
I also hope we never have another QB announcing his ND decision complete with entourage and limo. Too vain, too self-serving. And did it do JC any good? I think it made him a bigger target.
I hope the current AD makes a better job of interviewing and hiring a new coach than the last one did. We're supposed to be a classy school and we've been anything but that since letting Ty Willingham go. (But I do believe Ty needed to move on.)
A blessed Advent to all of you, whether you're a poster or a lurker.
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Great points Rosie. I have a good feeling that the process will be more thoughtful and disciplined than the last coaching search. And yes, it is a team sport!
Rosie - yes, very good points. It will be an intersting time ahead, for sure.
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