JJT: SMU should call Gillispie to rescue dormant program

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I've admittedly stepped away from the bball scene for the duration of the Doherty era, so this is a sincere question:

What/who are we exactly banking on to deliver us from these 10-12 win seasons? Which players and/or recruits are arriving that are going to change these things? I'm truly curious because I'm not in the loop.

And no, I'm not being facetious. If I want to be a smart ace I tend to just be upfront about it.

Paul McCoy- CUSA All Freshman Team. Probably the second best freshman in the conference after Tyreke Evans who was NCAA Freshman of the Year and has declared for the NBA draft. Averaged 13/4/3 this year.

Mo Faye- Transfer from Ga. Tech so had sit out first semester. Started playing late December averaged 10ppg and 5rpg.

Derek Williams- Combo guard with the ability to score- averaged 13ppg for us this season.

Papa Dia- Hit a soph slump but this is the same kid that averaged 10ppg and 7rpg as a freshman and was offered by OU and Louisville.

Robert Nayakundi- 6'7 forward who shot 39% from 3-land as a redshirt freshman this year.

That is our best 5 in my mind. Also don't be surprised if Freshman Justin Haynes takes a huge step forward next year. He really stepped up the last few games of the season.

[ponydawg]

Paul McCoy- CUSA All Freshman Team. Probably the second best freshman in the conference after Tyreke Evans who was NCAA Freshman of the Year and has declared for the NBA draft. Averaged 13/4/3 this year.

Mo Faye- Transfer from Ga. Tech so had sit out first semester. Started playing late December averaged 10ppg and 5rpg.

Derek Williams- Combo guard with the ability to score- averaged 13ppg for us this season.

Papa Dia- Hit a soph slump but this is the same kid that averaged 10ppg and 7rpg as a freshman and was offered by OU and Louisville.

Robert Nayakundi- 6'7 forward who shot 39% from 3-land as a redshirt freshman this year.

That is our best 5 in my mind. Also don't be surprised if Freshman Justin Haynes takes a huge step forward next year. He really stepped up the last few games of the season.

If we can land two jucos that can produce as good or better than Williams did last year, it could actually be a fun season to watch.

[papawasamustang]

I've admittedly stepped away from the bball scene for the duration of the Doherty era, so this is a sincere question:

What/who are we exactly banking on to deliver us from these 10-12 win seasons? Which players and/or recruits are arriving that are going to change these things? I'm truly curious because I'm not in the loop.

And no, I'm not being facetious. If I want to be a smart ace I tend to just be upfront about it.

Paul McCoy- CUSA All Freshman Team. Probably the second best freshman in the conference after Tyreke Evans who was NCAA Freshman of the Year and has declared for the NBA draft. Averaged 13/4/3 this year.

Mo Faye- Transfer from Ga. Tech so had sit out first semester. Started playing late December averaged 10ppg and 5rpg.

Derek Williams- Combo guard with the ability to score- averaged 13ppg for us this season.

Papa Dia- Hit a soph slump but this is the same kid that averaged 10ppg and 7rpg as a freshman and was offered by OU and Louisville.

Robert Nayakundi- 6'7 forward who shot 39% from 3-land as a redshirt freshman this year.

That is our best 5 in my mind. Also don't be surprised if Freshman Justin Haynes takes a huge step forward next year. He really stepped up the last few games of the season.

The list above points out that we are in major need of a talent upgrade.
The team is extremely weak & needs more inside physical/tough players.
Also, the team was a turnover machine & can't shoot from the field, leading to many major scoring droughts during games.
We have 2 good guards, 2 6'7, 6'8 kids that love to jack up 3's & a very soft pf that loves to shoot fade away jumpers, but he was recruited by OU & Louisville. The jury is out on Haynes. Just like Malone & Harp did as freshman, Haynes showed some promise.

[George S. Patton]

Lastly, Doh should get the 4th year just to give him a shot at having 3 years with his own recruits.

His BEST year was with Tubbs' recruits. I've seen enough.

It doesn't hurt to call the guy. I said last Saturday to call him, even with his reputation. If Orsini were to be serious, then he would have to do a lot of work on Gillispie's background and find out for himself. If he doesn't like what he hears, then he moves on.

As a program, we have to ask ourselves, is our current direction giving this program the chance to succeed or not and how long are we committed to this current direction?

[RGV Pony]

I've seen enough.

...now where have I heard that before?

And I agree, jt and Jim.

[Stallion]

unless your Auburn making fools of themselves you don't go looking for the next Coach when you already have one. Doherty is the Coach and he is coming back next year. Might as well move on to Uniform talk and pictures of Hotties. Waste of time.

[jtstang]

...now where have I heard that before?

And I agree, jt and Jim.

See I wasn't even trying and I made a Jim Copeland-related funny.

[George S. Patton]

Just don't be naive enough to think this stuff never happens. That said, I don't anything would be done and as I have said before, Doherty is coming back next year.

The key for his fifth year is talk of the extension. If it heats up, then the team is playing well and he's coming back. If there isn't, then the writing is on the wall.

[papawasamustang]

http://www.ukathletics.com/athletic-dep ... ector.html

Did you know that the UK Athletic Director was a former Asst. Executive Director of the SMU Mustang Club from 1983-86?

Fires a coach with a 2 year record of 40-27 while our coach enters his 4th year with a record of 33-58.

[CA Mustang]

Fires a coach with a 2 year record of 40-27 while our coach enters his 4th year with a record of 33-58.

Just goes to show you the different levels of expectations.

[davidpaul123]

i agree with the article. we should take a shot at billy clyde. doh is not cutting it. he has done a great job with the program as far as facilities etc but has not done a good job on the court. While gilespe is not a great people person we could use the help really turning this thing around with Ws.

[J.T.supporta]

maybe Billy can actually recruit within the DFW area

[Bergermeister]

His BEST year was with Tubbs' recruits. I've seen enough.

He he knows when enough is enough will always have enough.

[LA_Mustang]

Gillespie is morally and ethically impaired, not to mention a drunk. Good choice fellas & JJT

Doh,
aren't those the requirements for a good college b-ball coach....well, at least two of the three

[Peruna_Ate_My_Rolex]

I have the Tide and Cheese Fries ready!