Instead of candidates, what attributes do you want a coach to have?
Here is my list:
**Understanding of current analytics related to how the game is played. Emphasis on shooting, lack of turnovers, etc.
**Play with pace.
**Recruit nationwide but need to win back the local recruiting scene.
I would love Nate Oats. Absolutely love the way his teams play. But that's not realistic. Give me someone LIKE Oats. I don't know who that is though.
What attributes do I want in a coach? I want a coach that wins games at a high level. As long as they are still keeping score, I want a coach who wins. Big East Regular Season Titles, NCAA Titles, NCAA Games, Non-Conference Games, Rivalry Games, Conference Tourney Games, other tourney games.
With that said as the most important attribute...
I want a staff/program more than just a coach. I want one that recruits at a high level, with balance, lateral quickness, some players with the ability to create one's own shot while also s
being able to stay in front of their man on defense. I want team fundamentals, ball handling, passing, high free throw shooting percentages, 3 point shooting, mid range, paint scoring, decision making.
I want a variety of targeted game plans with a variety of in game adjustments, often changing when necessary. i want a team that can play and win at a variety of pace and tempo. I want balance but balance can come in a variety of ways as opposed to equal in all facets. I want strong individual and team player development.
I want a coach that will exhaust all resources and geographies for players and staff.
I want a coach, staff, team that is always learning something new. i want a coach that adjusts to different personnel.
That's a pretty good start.
