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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 11/30/21 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 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 12/5/21 at 4:34 pm to KCM0Tiger
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Cuonzo, values other things more highly than on-field or on-court success when it comes to the athletic program.
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