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Date Posted: Mon March 21, 2005 11:42:33
Author: '85
Subject: I had heard Pecora for UMASS, anything on that?
In reply to: joe b 's message, "NYPOST is reporting that Matt Doherty leads for Umass and Gonzo will probably withdraw his name from consideration. Also Mike Hopkins leads for Siena job and it sounds as if Stony Brook would be interested in him if he doesn't end up in Albany." on Mon March 21, 2005 10:34:25

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I think we should start calling him "Get me outta here, anywhere but MC" Gonzo. (NT) -- DamnRam, Mon March 21, 2005 11:49:04

It's amazing he can still recruit players - the guy is going to apply next for the Mater Dei HS job. (NT) -- Rambacker, Mon March 21, 2005 12:05:44

Why would it be tough? He's the self-proclaimed Mr. Pipeline-to-the-NBA! But seriously, it must be tough for MC fans to support this guy given how shamelessly he's thrown himself at other programs and failed. I don't know whether it's Gonzo's name or Manhattan's that is no longer what it used to be - perhaps both? (NT) -- DamnRam, Mon March 21, 2005 12:30:42
- With its NYC location, Manhattan could be a perennial power in the MAAC, given Gonzo's demonstrated recruiting abilities. I guess the money's just not the same at bigger programs, however. Too bad for MC; Gonzo's almost desperate lunge to interview for any opening in a "bigger" conference has to hurt their recruiting. Gonzo's problem is that he was "hot" last year, but very few head coaching jobs opened up. There are few openings so far this year, also, and Gonzo's not so "hot" coming off a 13-15 year. He and MC would both be better off if they negotiated a 2-3 year extension. I think Manhattan wants Gonzo (though that could change if he keeps bolting to the door); it seems Gonzo doesn't want MC. (NT) -- John, Mon March 21, 2005 13:42:10
- I'm always puzzled by Gonzo's inability to move on. Is he suffering for the sins of Lappas and Fraschilla? I would be extremely surprised if UMass took a chance on another former Manhattan coach. But I still can't figure out what he does that must give people cold feet when he interviews. There is no apparent stench about the Manhattan program, so what gives? He might just be the guy who should not move "up," stay at Manhattan, and be comfortable with a very nice career. Somehow he doesn't seem to have the personality for a becoming humility. (NT) -- Drag-less, Mon March 21, 2005 13:46:05
  - Gonzo used to be an absolute maniac on the sidelines, but has seemed to tone down his act this season. I'm actually surprised no one has hired him. He's definitely of that slick, smooth talking con-man mold like a Pitino. (NT) -- Air Hej '02, Mon March 21, 2005 14:08:20
    - Gonzo consulted with a few of his more senior peers on why he wasn't getting big-time offers. He was told to tone down his sideline act, which he did. But not many people like the guy personally, and that rap is following him everywhere. (NT) -- Rambacker, Mon March 21, 2005 14:26:13
  - Boston Globe is saying Doherty is the one who pulled his name. (NT) -- RC74, Mon March 21, 2005 16:21:32

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