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[quote name="tamulonghorn" post="982572" timestamp="1300134193"] barbers hill had twice the number of kids to pull from and they were still nothing more than an average 3a program they didnt make any deep runs in basketball even as a 3a [/quote] *OUCH*

[quote name="AggiesAreWe" post="982484" timestamp="1300123077"] Just got word of this. Congrats to DC!! I believe he is the only player from area chosen, but not sure on this. I will find out if others from our area was chosen. [/quote]Probably true.

[quote name="bobbymcgee" post="982449" timestamp="1300117330"] Press conference is set for this afternoon to announce that Roc is staying for the final year of his contract as head coach [/quote]And I bet Tony Branch is rolling over somewhere in Indiana.

[quote name="dawg13" post="982361" timestamp="1300066793"] Hey Dove you know we agree and disagree on alot of things,But any coach we get should be an improvement and he should judge on not talent alone,but what is the best fit for the program not just trying to keep his job,if you are coaching to win and field your best team and teaching the kids about life after HS ball your job should never be ?????????????. [/quote]Talent comes in many shapes and sizes. A players may not be the best ball handler or scorer but maybe he's the best defender or hustles on the court and the other players feed off of him. I am also a believer players should know what their roles are on a team. LOL! Okay, I'm trying not to bring up the past season.

[quote name="AggiesAreWe" post="982345" timestamp="1300064746"] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=81494.msg982330#msg982330 date=1300063214] Wow! Okay lower standards[table][tr][td][/table] [/quote] Dove, wasn't really knocking HF. I really think the HF job could be good for an up and coming coach. But my comment was about a certain 5A coach not applying for this 3A job. ;) [/quote]Gotcha ;)

HF will once again be one of the bigger teams in the 3-A area. If they can match their size and speed along with a coach who can get the best out of his players, they will be better next year.

[quote name="ST413" post="982211" timestamp="1300036236"] Jamaica will always be there a chance to win a state title won't. [/quote]Obviously the parents didn't buy travel insurance and didn't want to lose their money rescheduling the trip 8)

Wow! Okay lower standards[table][tr][td][/table]

[quote name="jettyman" post="982177" timestamp="1300020514"] The Knight in Shinning Armour may come riding into town on his cycle and bandanna in check for his interview. If this is true, Blue, this would be a good thing Hornville. [/quote]yeah Aggie mentioned one coach who was suppose to be on the downlow, but obviously somebody out there talking. I hear this one coach is the answer to HF and would provide the discipline needed on that team. Not sure if the same who wears a bandana.

[quote name="jettyman" post="981334" timestamp="1299878643"] This statement is not not intended to create controversy but awareness.  Without a doubt, the world is a imperfect environment, therefore, our children need to be prepared to deal with adversity and less than ideal situations. School and athletics are a practice for the real world that lies beyond school and sports (employment). As a former coach and a current educator I have diligently tried to instill the following qualities in my kids: Integrity, Humbleness, Loyalty, give a 100% and [color=red]never give up.[/color] Also, as a parent I have tried to always back the teacher or coach even if the situation is less than ideal.  On the other hand, if I thought my sons health were in jeopardy I would immediately intervene. Otherwise, I advise my kids to respect authority and if they thought it was bad enough go speak with the coach or teacher themselves. I have many times bitten my tongue enduring a long season. Consequently, I truly believe if I publicly or at home bashed the coach or teacher then my sons would never respect that individual. If respect is never established then there will be conflict which results in hard feelings then discontent. Life lesson: If my son goes to work and he is unhappy with his boss for whatever reasons, he has been taught there are 2 options: Find employment elsewhere or endure, adapt and conform. It does not take a legend for our kids to be winners. If they give their best ,learn to adapt, no matter the situation they will be better in long run. In conclusion, be careful for what wish for because change does not always guarantee happiness. Bluedove, I have heard that you are a very good person but I feel the need to stand for our profession. No hard feelings and I hope to meet in person and have meaningful conversation. [/quote]yep

And another point! Coaches out there know HF has some talent and more coming up from middle school. So say what you want but if the right coach comes in it will be a four team race for playoffs instead of your usual three teams.

[quote name="ford15" post="980364" timestamp="1299729087"] What Qualities Needed For The New Hamshire Fannett Basketball Coach ? Thick skin!! [/quote]Okay, I see where you are taking this ;) As I have said before, I thought HF just didn't have a lot of talent and the coach was working with what he had there. I saw two varsity games last year and made that assessment. At the beginning of this season I had an open mind and watched the Freshmen, JV and Varsity games. The varsity had more talent than I realized. Not great talent but enough talent to challenge for a third spot in their district. I didn't say win but challenge for the third spot. As far as thick skin, maybe the coach will need it to run his basketball program the way he sees fit to run it. But don't try and blame the parents for recognizing obvious flawes on the court. Personally, I hope HF gets a coach that instills discipline on that team and really believes he can win no matter what team he plays. So if a coach needs thick skin to instill discipline in his team....he don't need to be coaching. ;)

[quote name="Someone's Dad" post="980345" timestamp="1299726706"] Damien Bates - Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach at Goose Creek Memorial. He coached under former HF basketball coach Jeff Keener. He is a good x's and o's guy who is a take charge kind of guy. Parents might not like it, because they won't have input which can be a problem at HF. He is very organized and regimented. He is also strong on discipline. He has the fire that HF needs. [/quote]This parent will like it.

[quote name="bball11" post="980160" timestamp="1299699903"] HF needs a discpline and hard working coach that will help the kids later on in life but also help them on the basketball court if fannett wants to be successful then they have to be discpline on that basketball court and do the little things right to win those big district games. Blocking out, taking charges, giving up your body and buying in to what the coach is trying to do!!!! [/quote]Excellent points!!!!!!!! :-*

[quote name="5gallonbucket" post="980118" timestamp="1299695415"] What about any alumni? [/quote]Any alums with a winning record and winning attitude?

[quote name="BMTSoulja1" post="980079" timestamp="1299689172"] I'll repeat myself for a 3rd time.  Nederland his a good TEAM that have good coaching.  Good coaching neutralized our stud players and while he was at it, outcoached our coach.  [/quote]Central made the playoffs. Maybe he'll come back and coach next year

[quote name="FanintheStands" post="980053" timestamp="1299686766"] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=81275.msg979980#msg979980 date=1299682369] Question: If HJ was going to State in football ( :D ::) ), would HJ have pep rallies? [/quote]Whoa, WHOA, Slow down, Dove!!!!! I still can't get my mind wrapped around "[i]If HJ was going to state in football.....[/i]".  You can't possibly expect me to answer any followup question after THAT bombshell!  :o [/quote] :D ;)

[quote name="Cowboys1981" post="980056" timestamp="1299686849"] Hamshire Fannett will struggle to make the playoffs every year i dont care if you hire Bobby Knight.   [/quote]I sure hope you are wrong :(

[quote name="tigersvoice" post="980018" timestamp="1299684251"] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=81494.msg980006#msg980006 date=1299683834] [quote author=LAZEEK link=topic=81494.msg980001#msg980001 date=1299683422] I hear Steve Roccaforte is available to coach at HF!!!!! ;D ;D ;D [/quote]You were reading my mind. Not sure if he is a good X and o''s guy and make adjustments when needed. [/quote] And also, does he know who his starting 5 are?  (At any time?) [/quote]ouch!

[quote name="stevenash" post="980013" timestamp="1299684131"] He has a great reputation as a recruiter.  Dove, I just verified that UOS is NOT employed at HJ.  That is why their kids are NOT bigger, stronger, and faster.  However, when they shoot a layup, it is usually soft enough that it is likely to drop through the net. [/quote]hmmm. Ureka!

[quote name="stevenash" post="979999" timestamp="1299683330"] It would seem logical that the cheerleaders would be better if they were bigger, stronger, faster. [/quote]Don't make me call your wife ;D

[quote name="LAZEEK" post="980001" timestamp="1299683422"] I hear Steve Roccaforte is available to coach at HF!!!!! ;D ;D ;D [/quote]You were reading my mind. Not sure if he is a good X and o''s guy and make adjustments when needed.

[quote name="stevenash" post="979991" timestamp="1299682849"] [quote author=BLUEDOVE3 link=topic=81494.msg979988#msg979988 date=1299682705] [quote author=stevenash link=topic=81494.msg979986#msg979986 date=1299682605] He MUST be a staunch proponent of Universal Offseason with the undying belief that the secret to success lies in "bigger, stronger, faster" [/quote]Huh? I said basketball not football. [/quote] I know that, but I had been conditioned to believe that in Texas, UOS is the solution to all issues. [/quote]So, HJ has an UOS program and still successful?

[quote name="stevenash" post="979989" timestamp="1299682780"] u, sir, r brilyunt.  Itz alwaze gradeefying to bee abul 2 aksess wisdum frum yew [/quote]Think yu sur, I du apreseeate da cumplemint

[quote name="stevenash" post="979987" timestamp="1299682651"] Do they make the cheerleaders lift at HF? [/quote] :D Now thats a question I have no answer for