[NU Sports] BC apparently staying

Thu Mar 22 19:03:45 CDT 2012

Philips made a point of saying that he consulted with some of the players during his review. I don't think the idea of playing for his job, which they won't be doing IMHO, will put any more pressure on them than the constant make the Dance noise they hear and read all season.

 Mark S. Ament
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On Mar 22, 2012, at 12:13 PM, neonrye at aol.com wrote:

> Jeff makes a very cogent point.  However, one downside that hasn't been discussed here is the reaction of the team going forward.  Clearly, the twin burdens of our 74 year drought and the expectations of a possible trip to The Dance (constant "bubble" talk ,etc.) contributed to our tight squad falling short against Minny in Indy--just as our "monkey" has been a weight on the football team in bowl games.  However, the fb guys are not playing for Fitz's job--but the hoopsters will certainly know that no Dance in 2013 likely means the exit door for Carmody.  That concerns me--a lot.
> 
> Paul Levinson
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> On Mar 22, 2012, at 10:00 AM, "Beamsley, Jeff" <Jeff.Beamsley at covisint.com> wrote:
> 
>> just one additional thought on the subject.
>> The "basketball community" seems to hold Carmody in high regard and feels that he has made great progress under adverse conditions.
>> 
>> This process which does, as Willie pointed out, recognize that how far the program has come while at the same time setting clear and public goals for the next season, may work to our benefit if those goals are NOT met next year.
>> 
>> More quality coaches might be interested in the job seeing that the University treated Carmody with respect and gave him every opportunity to be successful.
>> 
>> Jeff
>> 
>> ________________________________
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>> From: nwu-sports-bounces at tssi.com on behalf of Jonathan Hodges
>> Sent: Thu 3/22/2012 9:44 AM
>> To: Weinbaum, Willie
>> Cc: nwu-sports at tssi.com
>> Subject: Re: [NU Sports] BC apparently staying
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Worth noting: it's clear Carmody is not getting an extension out of this
>> (his current deal runs through next season).  That is a clear message that
>> he has to get it done now (since usually head coaches like to have at least
>> another season on the end of their contracts for recruiting purposes - to
>> prove they'll be around).
>> 
>> NU last fired a head men's basketball coach in 1997 (Ricky Byrdsong, who
>> had 1 year left on his deal).  NU football hasn't fired a coach (with time
>> remaining on the contract) in over 30 years (Venturi, I believe/assume -
>> can't find much detail on it, though. Subsequently: Green left on his own,
>> Peay's contract expired, Barnett left, and Walker passed).
>> 
>> I'm glad there will be a clear goal with consequences next season, although
>> I still think it's taken way too long to get to that point.
>> 
>> Jonathan
>> 
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>> 
>> On Thu, Mar 22, 2012 at 9:33 AM, Weinbaum, Willie
>> <Willie.Weinbaum at espn.com>wrote:
>> 
>>> I take away multiple messages:
>>> 
>>> --loyalty
>>> 
>>> --appreciation
>>> 
>>> --DISsatisfaction with the status quo and that all are on notice that more
>>> of the same will not be acceptable
>>> 
>>> From: Beamsley, Jeff [mailto:Jeff.Beamsley at covisint.com]
>>> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 09:28 AM
>>> To: Roy S. Lamberton <rstetson at capps-assoc.com>; Weinbaum, Willie;
>>> nwu-sports at tssi.com <nwu-sports at tssi.com>
>>> Subject: RE: [NU Sports] BC apparently staying
>>> 
>>> This was clearly a close call for Carmody.
>>> 
>>> I am happy that the university honored its contractual commitments.
>>> 
>>> I'm certain that when the university offered Carmody a contract extension
>>> they also set some expectations.
>>> 
>>> Progress was made this year, but the team ultimately did not live up to
>>> its potential.  Carmody has to take responsibility for that.
>>> 
>>> It also appears that Carmody has demonstrated improvement in the other
>>> area of historical weakness - recruiting.
>>> 
>>> With this strong incoming class, Carmody is out of excuses.  Next year's
>>> team has to go to the dance or Carmody will be replaced.
>>> 
>>> In the "be careful for what you wish for" category, two sophmores (Evan
>>> Smotrycz) and one freshman are leaving UoM's bball team.  They want more
>>> playing time.  Freshman phenom Tre Burke is considering his NBA options.
>>> 
>>> Transfers appear to be an increasingly popular option for kids who don't
>>> crack the starting line-up with the traditional basketball power schools.
>>> It seemed that virtually every mid major team at the dance had somebody
>>> who had transferred in from a "name" school.
>>> 
>>> Jeff
>>> 
>>> ________________________________
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>>> Sent: Thu 3/22/2012 8:45 AM
>>> To: 'Weinbaum, Willie'; nwu-sports at tssi.com
>>> Subject: Re: [NU Sports] BC apparently staying
>>> 
>>> 
>>> He's on the hot seat, and he knows it?
>>> 
>>> Some alums will be happy, and others upset whichever way this plays out,
>>> but it sure sounds like BC will be around next year.
>>> 
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>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: nwu-sports-bounces at tssi.com [mailto:nwu-sports-bounces at tssi.com] On
>>> Behalf Of Weinbaum, Willie
>>> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 8:32 AM
>>> To: 'nwu-sports at tssi.com'
>>> Subject: Re: [NU Sports] BC apparently staying
>>> 
>>> In advance of the teleconference, here are statements from both Phillips
>>> and Carmody:
>>> 
>>> Northwestern Director of Athletics and Recreation Jim Phillips
>>> 
>>> "This week our department conducted a thorough, objective and
>>> comprehensive review of our basketball program, a process we follow at the
>>> conclusion of every season for all of our 19 sports. That has been, and
>>> will continue to be, my process.
>>> 
>>> "Bill Carmody is under contract to be our men's basketball coach, and has
>>> the full support of the athletic department and University. We had another
>>> solid season competitively, but let me be perfectly clear: we are not
>>> satisfied. We are, however, optimistic that our program will continue to
>>> get better on the court while always maintaining a standard of excellence
>>> in academic success, NCAA compliance, social behavior and the development
>>> of young men."
>>> 
>>> Northwestern Head Men's Basketball Coach Bill Carmody
>>> 
>>> "We're proud of what we've accomplished these past four years, but we're
>>> disappointed in how this season finished. Expectations were high and they
>>> should continue to be.
>>> 
>>> "I want to be clear about our expectations: While we're in a better place
>>> today than we've ever been, it's not enough. We intend to compete for Big
>>> Ten championships and achieve NCAA tournament success.
>>> 
>>> "We receive tremendous support from the University, President Schapiro,
>>> Jim and the athletic department.
>>> 
>>> There is no ceiling on our program and there are no significant barriers
>>> holding us back. Next season already has begun and we can't wait to
>>> continue our work."
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: Weinbaum, Willie [mailto:Willie.Weinbaum at espn.com]
>>> Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 08:23 AM
>>> To: 'nwu-sports at tssi.com' <nwu-sports at tssi.com>
>>> Subject: [NU Sports] BC apparently staying
>>> 
>>> Subject: MEDIA ADVISORY: Northwestern basketball teleconference
>>> Northwestern University Director of Athletics and Recreation Jim Phillips
>>> and head men's basketball coach Bill Carmody will hold a joint
>>> teleconference at 10 a.m. Central time this morning (Thursday).
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