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Vahe Gregorian article about Desiree Reed-Francois (Cuonzo related)
Posted on 11/29/21 at 3:52 pm
Posted on 11/29/21 at 3:52 pm
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I’ve always appreciated the work Vahe does dating back to his time at the STL Post Dispatch. He has a write up on Reed-Francois and her path to Mizzou and abilities to face the challenges at Mizzou.
If you read through the article, it points out that she was on the committee that hired Cuonzo Martin at Tennessee and her son was committed to walk on for Cuonzo at Mizzou several months before she was hired here (things we already knew). My takeaway from the article is basically that she, much like Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success when it comes to the athletic program. Considering their extensive personal and professional relationship, as well as shared vision of what the program should prioritize, I see absolutely zero chance Cuonzo is fired before his contract expires and I wouldn’t be surprised if she tries to get an extension in place (would surely be denied by the BoC).
All that to say, Reed-Francois seems like a very admirable and driven individual and I’m willing to give her a chance to right the ship of Mizzou athletics (not just basketball), but my hopes for any change to the basketball program prior to 2024 are very very low.
I’ve always appreciated the work Vahe does dating back to his time at the STL Post Dispatch. He has a write up on Reed-Francois and her path to Mizzou and abilities to face the challenges at Mizzou.
If you read through the article, it points out that she was on the committee that hired Cuonzo Martin at Tennessee and her son was committed to walk on for Cuonzo at Mizzou several months before she was hired here (things we already knew). My takeaway from the article is basically that she, much like Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success when it comes to the athletic program. Considering their extensive personal and professional relationship, as well as shared vision of what the program should prioritize, I see absolutely zero chance Cuonzo is fired before his contract expires and I wouldn’t be surprised if she tries to get an extension in place (would surely be denied by the BoC).
All that to say, Reed-Francois seems like a very admirable and driven individual and I’m willing to give her a chance to right the ship of Mizzou athletics (not just basketball), but my hopes for any change to the basketball program prior to 2024 are very very low.
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Posted on 11/29/21 at 4:27 pm to KCM0Tiger
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she, much like Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success
I hope someone tells her that she's the ATHLETIC DIRECTOR.
Posted on 11/29/21 at 4:33 pm to KCM0Tiger
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My takeaway from the article is basically that she, much like Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success when it comes to the athletic program.
I hated this hire when we made it. I’ll hate it more when she extends Cuonzo
Posted on 11/29/21 at 4:42 pm to KCM0Tiger
Choi should be gone for allowing the hire. Her previous connection to Clownzo and his current standing here should have been taken into consideration.
All three of their asses should be gone if she does not have the ability to make an unbiased decision based on wins and losses.
All three of their asses should be gone if she does not have the ability to make an unbiased decision based on wins and losses.
Posted on 11/29/21 at 4:54 pm to Literalist
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I hope someone tells her that she's the ATHLETIC DIRECTOR.
I don’t disagree with the whole “making a positive impact for student athletes” thing they’re trying to do, but it is much better suited for lower levels of competition. We are literally in the most competitive league at the collegiate level and if your top priority isn’t winning games, you are wasting everyone’s time.
I can’t imagine the SEC is thrilled with a member school not interested in fielding competitive teams, that doesn’t also provide the private school protection and academic prowess that a school like Vanderbilt does. Outside of TV revenue, Mizzou is currently just dead weight.
Posted on 11/29/21 at 5:05 pm to KCM0Tiger
I don’t think asking to pull a point guard or a shooter from the portal was asking us to sacrifice the character of the program lol. I think that tag line is just cop out for not being able to win/recruit.
Posted on 11/29/21 at 8:32 pm to Mizsioux
100%
Posted on 11/30/21 at 6:12 am to KCM0Tiger
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My takeaway from the article is basically that she, much like Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success when it comes to the athletic program.
Why can't it be both? Zo was hired to win (he hasn't) and she's was hired to make sure every team wins (TBD).
Posted on 11/30/21 at 9:38 am to KCM0Tiger
cuonzo absolutely deserves an extension/new contract so that we can lower his buyout.
Posted on 11/30/21 at 6:56 pm to notsince98
Made me laugh and how true
Posted on 12/1/21 at 1:07 pm to KCM0Tiger
My grand mother has some pretty big connections in the athletic department (odd source…. I know…) and they are under the impression Reed-Francois is a “win or get the frick out” personality. Apparently she has already put people on notice that she isn’t messing around. Once again… this is just according to Gigi
This post was edited on 12/1/21 at 1:08 pm
Posted on 12/1/21 at 1:42 pm to CoMoNative
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My grand mother has some pretty big connections in the athletic department (odd source…. I know…) and they are under the impression Reed-Francois is a “win or get the frick out” personality. Apparently she has already put people on notice that she isn’t messing around. Once again… this is just according to Gigi
Reads great on a message board but I'll believe that when I see it. If she cared about winning she wouldn't be such a Cuonzo fan. He has never won and she still liked him.
This post was edited on 12/1/21 at 1:43 pm
Posted on 12/1/21 at 1:56 pm to notsince98
Never won? He's been in the NCAA tourney several times at multiple schools! Get off his arse.
Posted on 12/1/21 at 2:24 pm to Mizzoustance
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Never won? He's been in the NCAA tourney several times at multiple schools! Get off his arse.
That is the requirement to be labeled "winning?" you can't be serious.
Posted on 12/1/21 at 3:34 pm to Mizzoustance
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He's been in the NCAA tourney several times at multiple schools! Get off his arse.
Listen Cuonzo. Can I call you Cuonzo?
You're a man of integrity and class who sucks at coaching and recruiting basketball beyond a 6th grade rec level.
Do us all a favor and resign at the end of this season so we can get back to Mizzou basketball tradition of losing in the Elite 8.
- mizzou fans
Posted on 12/1/21 at 3:49 pm to Mizzoustance
Year 5 and worst team yet. He sucks. The sooner we can move on the sooner we can maybe have some hope.
Posted on 12/1/21 at 4:03 pm to JesusQuintana
Be interesting to see just how much bad basketball DRF can take.
Posted on 12/1/21 at 6:01 pm to Mizzoustance
He’s going to be the 3rd worst coach we’ve ever had by the time he leaves.
Not sure if he’s just stopped trying or the game has just passed him by.
Not sure if he’s just stopped trying or the game has just passed him by.
Posted on 12/2/21 at 9:40 am to notsince98
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Reads great on a message board but I'll believe that when I see it. If she cared about winning she wouldn't be such a Cuonzo fan. He has never won and she still liked him.
While I agree, it wouldn’t be ideal starting your tenure bashing the basketball coach the moment you step foot on campus. 1) you cannot fire the guy just yet 2) could scare off potential HC’s from coming in as it would look reckless.
I hope we eat the $6 million to bring in some new blood. You can bet Cuonzo’s name has been brought up in conversation daily. Only time will tell, though.
Posted on 12/2/21 at 11:24 am to CoMoNative
Given the AD budget of well over $100mil/yr, any competent AD should have no problem budgeting to pay off that $6mil over a few years.
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