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Post by marco on Apr 30, 2024 15:25:40 GMT -6
So reports we got 150,000 from Green Bay for buyout of Kayla contract. Plus we payed nothing to Idaho. Well played.
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Post by Yotes on Apr 30, 2024 20:02:41 GMT -6
So reports we got 150,000 from Green Bay for buyout of Kayla contract. Plus we payed nothing to Idaho. Well played. Truly a perfect transaction for USD |
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Post by soofooyote on May 1, 2024 7:49:53 GMT -6
So reports we got 150,000 from Green Bay for buyout of Kayla contract. Plus we payed nothing to Idaho. Well played. Truly a perfect transaction for USD I feel like we just got paid to upgrade! Very excited to see what Coach Eighmey brings to Vermillion this next season. Feeling excited about our team! |
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Post by hoopsmom on May 1, 2024 18:41:55 GMT -6
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Post by GoYotes on May 2, 2024 9:07:04 GMT -6
Great KRVN (Nebraska radio station) interview with Eighmey about her becoming the new USD coach.
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Post by kiyoat on May 2, 2024 9:54:36 GMT -6
Great KRVN (Nebraska radio station) interview with Eighmey about her becoming the new USD coach. Nice find! Here's an abbreviated transcript, for anyone that would rather read it: On the opportunity that USD represents:CE: "Obviously, the timing was a bit surprising for us, as we've only been out at Idaho for a year, but... like you said, it's one of those opportunities that we've wanted for a long time. Having been in the Midwest, and at Kearney for so many years, we've kind of had a front-row seat to the (USD) program, and just had a ton of respect for the success there, and the environment, and the support they have for women's basketball. So we're super excited about the opportunity! Obviously, moving back home to the Midwest is also something we're really really excited about." On being a candidate for the same job two years ago:"Obviously, the administration is different than was there last time, so that was a little bit new, but the familiarity with South Dakota, their campus... all the details that you need to be familiar with when you go into an interview, ... I felt like I was way more prepared this time around..." On what she learned at Idaho that will help in Vermillion:"Yeah, obviously it was a very quick experience, but I feel like I learned so much about running a Division 1 program. I feel like on the coaching part... basketball is basketball, and coaching is coaching. I felt like I was pretty comfortable in that regard. But really, for us, you are growing a staff from three to six people, and learning how to utilize all of those staff members, so you are maximizing their talents, and being able to maximize what you can do with your team and your program. so, I just learned a ton about managing a bigger staff, and managing lots more resources, and lots more people involved in your program... learning how to delegate, and making sure on a day-to-day basis you are putting your program in the best position to be successful." On moving back to the Midwest:"It's fantastic. We couldn't have picked a better place or a better opportunity. South Dakota is a job I've wanted for a really long time. It's truly an honor and a privilege to get this opportunity. We're super excited to get to work, and get back to South Dakota..." On hearing from family and friends in Nebraska:"It's just really special to hear from so many people. They're really excited to have us closer. Especially with my parents. For most of my career, they've been just down the road. So this is really exciting for our family.... my phone has been very busy for the last couple of days... I'm super grateful. The Midwest is a special place, as well, in the basketball world. It's a pretty small world. We've definitely felt the love..." |
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Post by kiyoat on May 2, 2024 10:03:15 GMT -6
Hell, might as well do a transcript for this one, too... Coach P: "Coyote Nation, good to see you again! Just wanted to let you know, I've had a chance to get to know Coach Eighmey over the course of the past few years, both as a coach and as a recruiter. I think you are absolutely going to love getting to know her and her staff." "Now, Coach Eighmey: Something YOU need to be aware of: Coyote Nation is incredible. The fans have this energy and enthusiasm, they will support women's basketball at such a high level. What YOU need to be prepared for is the Sanford Coyote Sports Center to get loud. What a great atmosphere to be a part of for college women's basketball. Wishing you all the best." |
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Post by soofooyote on May 2, 2024 10:27:40 GMT -6
Really like everything I'm seeing and hearing from Coach Eighmey so far. I feel like we missed the boat on this one two years ago but it's never too late to make the right decision!
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Post by kiyoat on May 2, 2024 11:08:48 GMT -6
Looks like her husband, Devin, was her "recruiting coordinator" at Idaho.
Other Assistants at Idaho:
1. Associate HC Arthur Moreira - new on the staff, was previously a Recruiting coord at San Francisco for 7 years (west coast recruiting connections?)
2. Drew Muscatell had been with the Idaho program for 5 years prior. He is described as having "deep recruiting ties in the Pacific Northwest" - I could see Coach E keeping Mike on for similar reasons?
3. DBO Bailey Morris - was with Coach E at Kearney for 5 years as assistant. Guessing she comes to USD as DBO or assistant (was at DWU for a year)
4. GA Lily Gustafson - originally from Washington
So I'm going to guess that in addition to Devin, Bailey comes with her. Moreira and Muscatell seem to have more ties with the west coast and PNW areas. Muscatell may even be a candidate for the vacant Vandal position?
So that opens up a couple of AC spots, maybe she keeps Mike, and adds one new coach?
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Post by 90yote on May 2, 2024 11:23:49 GMT -6
Moreira and Muscatell have already been announced as staying at Idaho. But your larger assessment is correct.
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Post by kiyoat on May 3, 2024 14:46:51 GMT -6
So some players are now tweeting out that they are staying at USD, in a similar way that the Idaho transfers were tweeting that they were still planning to come there. (they are official tweets from USD) Players committing to stay so far (in no particular order): ... .... .... .... ALL OF THEM
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Post by kiyoat on May 3, 2024 14:47:41 GMT -6
I almost see that as a dig at Idaho, TBH  |
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Post by kiyoat on May 3, 2024 15:25:28 GMT -6
Note: Ruthie Loomis-C was one of over a hundred likes on Grace's tweet that she is staying, (including Coach Gravina at WIU). And it's only been up for less than an hour and a half!
Also, Gabby Wilke liked several of the other tweets.
Also Hannah Coons has liked some recent USD tweets, including the signing of Viki today.
... I think we might be in good shape in terms of keeping things relatively together? (knock on wood)
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Post by 90yote on May 3, 2024 16:48:44 GMT -6
I believe the RLG announcement will be coming quickly.
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Post by marco on May 3, 2024 17:17:12 GMT -6
I will sleep good tonite after seeing Grace Larkins post . program looks very good shape if we add RLG watch out
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