I've kept quiet about Brooks going to Kentucky but now I'm gonna share:
Those of you who respect KB and have said he has "class," you probably said the same thing about Tom Brands. No difference in my opinion. After what he did, there was serious talk about ending the wrestling program. After KB ends up taking players on the roster as well as our top 10 recruiting class, I can see VT holding open tryouts this summer of the student body to fill our roster. I only mildly exaggerate. The guy has no class. He only see $. And things like this will only continue until the NCAA gets their heads out their a$$. It's madness.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GJycPOjW0AAoTxr?format=jpg&am...
** Edited by 1979HOKIERED at 4/3/2024, 11:12:46 AM
** Edited by 1979HOKIERED at 4/3/2024, 11:15:24 AM
** Edited by Will Stewart at 4/3/2024, 12:22:27 PM
27 Replies
The same thing could be said about Marquette's coach this morning.
But I am sure we won't treat her like someone who just came here for the money.
Part of keeping our sanity is knowing where we are in the pecking order of things.
I grateful that Kenny Brooks took us to new heights. I wish he stayed just like I wish Buzz Williams had stayed. But I'm not going to badmouth them on their way out the door, and am thankful for some of the great moments those coaches helped provide.
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
with a top 10 recruiting class and great fan base to a program that won 6 games this past year and quite frankly no one in Kentucky cared about cause its not men's basketball. Yes, Duffy left a good/solid program but for a "better" opportunity in VT. No one but KB would say the same for what he did.
(In response to this post by Maroon Baboon)
2y
And are eyeballing her recruiting class. I hate it but it's reality.
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
(In response to this post by GreenvilleVT)
2y
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
I wish everyone cared more about integrity and character... but alas
(In response to this post by NokieHokie)
2y
(In response to this post by Palmetto Hokie)
2y
Detail their 40 year career of loyalty at one employer.
(In response to this post by NokieHokie)
2y
He had us all feeling good about loyalty, integrity, and stability. He cast his lot for thirty pieces of silver. Now, he has slithered away.
We have to move on now. The goal is immediate triage to stop the bleeding. Need a good coach asap. Fingers crossed
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
I'm just not sure this is even a common thing, so we might have our panties in a wad about nothing.
Re:taking players/recruits, EVERY coach does this in every sport, so I don't think it equates to 'class' in any way.
** Edited by The_Phew at 4/3/2024, 11:19:52 AM
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
The obvious question is if KB did it when he left JMU. If so, then maybe Hokie fans might have a legitimate gripe.
(In response to this post by Will Stewart)
2y
Might be a blessing.. Players made him..
(In response to this post by The_Phew)
2y
delusion ever.
(In response to this post by JRHokie)
2y
Head coaches are faces of universities in some regard and held to a different standard. Anyway, Pry posted a nice message to PSU on the way out.
(In response to this post by NokieHokie)
2y
remianing, there is no substantive difference. Your responsibilities are to your employer and players just the same.
** Edited by NokieHokie at 4/3/2024, 1:11:58 PM
(In response to this post by crazylane)
2y
Such Drama Queens here and Bully Bob's !!
** Edited by Will Stewart at 4/3/2024, 12:26:07 PM
(In response to this post by NokieHokie)
2y
If Bud left for a head coaching gig (which he nearly did a few times), Hokie fans would have sh!t a brick if he didn't do a gushing goodbye message.
** Edited by The_Phew at 4/3/2024, 11:25:39 AM
(In response to this post by NokieHokie)
2y
and poaching before the season was even over is the biggest offense IMO; i wonder if a contract stipulation could be that if your final class has over x% transfers to your new position you lose some bonus… theyd prob just pay it but seems worthwhile
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)
2y
Heck . We hope Duffy brings a few.
What Brands and Buzz did is a different level though
(In response to this post by 1979HOKIERED)