Is Orsini interviewing for Tennessee AD job?

by **PonyTime** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 11:57 am

CalallenStang wrote:Who cares if other schools know about it? Unless we're recruiting their staff it doesn't matter. In fact, I would prefer competitors know as little as possible about it. We need recruits, players, and fans to know about it.

Leopold was saying that nobody knows about it to infer that people doing the hiring at Tennessee don't know about it...IF, and that's a big IF, they are considering Orsini, they sure as hell know about it.[/quote]

Based on the dealings with the initial candidate that they were about to offer (TN had no clue about what was about to go down at GA Tech and how the AD was responsible), I would have to say that I am not so sure that TN or theie search firm is all that competent in knowing these candidates. As stated earlier - the TN athletic department is a total mess.

by **HorsePower** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 1:35 pm

CoxMustangFan wrote:
RE Tycoon wrote:I wouldn't mind if he stays, but I also feel some new blood and perspectives wouldn't be the end of the world

Agreed. I actually worry far more about losing AK.

You're absolutely right, CoxMustangFan. Losing Coach Klemm would have a far greater impact on the athletic program.

DanFreibergerForHeisman wrote:If they think he is weak on the big time sports, I wonder what they think about the fact he totally ignores the non-big time sports.

Sad, but true.
Maybe he thinks they fall under the leadership of the marketing department.

texasmustang10 wrote:Orsini has done well, but I agree that we could use a more innovative marketing strategy.

I would be a less expensive employee than Orsini, but I'll throw out this innovative marketing strategy for me (call it my donation toward tickets): HAVE A MARKETING DEPARTMENT.

by **PonyGirl** » Thu Jul 21, 2011 11:47 pm

Good points, one and all, HorsePower

by **Insane_Pony_Posse** » Sat Jul 23, 2011 11:35 am

Jul. 22, 2011

"While current athletics director Steve Orsini of SMU has been mentioned prominently in some reports, it is believed that there is a bigger name on UTâ€™s list. And key members of UTâ€™s search committee have expressed optimism that an agreement with this person will be struck in the next couple of weeks."

http://www.tennessean.com/article/20110722/COLUMNIST0202/307220053/David-Climer-AD-search-has-been-no-picnic-UT

by **Junior** » Sat Jul 23, 2011 11:55 am

Insane_Pony_Posse wrote:

Jul. 22, 2011

"While current athletics director Steve Orsini of SMU has been mentioned prominently in some reports, it is believed that there is a bigger name on UTâ€™s list. And key members of UTâ€™s search committee have expressed optimism that an agreement with this person will be struck in the next couple of weeks."

http://www.tennessean.com/article/20110722/COLUMNIST0202/307220053/David-Climer-AD-search-has-been-no-picnic-UT

Jim Copeland?

by **smusic 00** » Sat Jul 23, 2011 11:46 pm

June Bug wrote:
Junior wrote:Jim Copeland?

retired

Um, guys, maybe you missed this:

http://smumustangs.cstv.com/genrel/060510aaa.html#_

by **Mitch McConnell** » Wed Jul 27, 2011 10:49 am

LSU AD was approached and declined the overture. He did not seek the position.

by **reddevil** » Wed Jul 27, 2011 2:00 pm

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/colleg ... rumors.ece

Article says Orsini refutes the Tenn rumors, but the quote doesn't sound like it.

by **PonyKai** » Wed Jul 27, 2011 3:28 pm

If someone refutes something, probably means the opposite.

by **reddevil** » Wed Jul 27, 2011 10:39 pm

Stlhockeyguy02 wrote:If someone refutes something, probably means the opposite.

Agreed. Those within the administration have told me that they "hope" it is a non-issue. It wasn't very convincing.

The impression I get is that Orsini may be the safety choice. Tenn will look to hire a big name, but if they strike out with the big names Orsini may be the guy.

While I support Orsini, I would be optimistic about a new AD bringing in his own people and building on what Orsini has started.

by **PonyTime** » Thu Jul 28, 2011 12:42 pm

The headline: SMU AD Orsini refutes Tennessee rumors

is most definitely NOT supported at all in the story itself.

"Earlier in the day, Orsini released this statement: â€œBeing mentioned as a candidate for open positions is flattering because it recognizes the success we have had at SMU. Iâ€™m â€¦ excited about our bright future here.â€

Did he refute - or is that just Kate's opinion after seeing the statement that was released which most certainly DID NOT refute?

Poor, poor journalism....

by **Higher Authority** » Thu Jul 28, 2011 3:25 pm

North Carolina's AD also stepped down.

by **Mitch McConnell** » Sat Aug 06, 2011 6:26 pm

The Tennessee search has gone silent. However, my Tennessee buddy sent me a note and said it seems that Orsini is not a real candidate at this point.

It could, as someone mentioned earlier, that he might be the safe choice if other big names don't move.

by **mrydel** » Sat Aug 06, 2011 6:34 pm

Higher Authority wrote:North Carolina's AD also stepped down.

I wonder if June and Orsini might go to North Carolina as a package deal? Sure are some nice golf courses in NC. :shock:

by **GiddyUp** » Sat Aug 06, 2011 7:08 pm

mrydel wrote:
Higher Authority wrote:North Carolina's AD also stepped down.

I wonder if June and Orsini might go to North Carolina as a package deal? Sure are some nice golf courses in NC.

Hmm. I'm sure he'll go after that if he doesn't get the Tenn job. I don't think June plays much golf anymore but the weather is better.