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Post by gregcrow on Mar 14, 2020 11:21:18 GMT -5
I feel this has been lost in all the talk of the coaching search, but I would like to take a moment to thank coach Arnold for accepting the challenge of taking over our team on a moments's notice with little or no preparation. I know some disagree with me, but I thought he did a terrific job under difficult circumstances. Yes, there were predictable bumps in the road, but our team was competitive in every game the last month of the season despite mounting injuries. In the Saint Peter's game we were in the exact same position we were in a year ago, except this time St. Peter's hit the shot.
I appreciate everything you did for our team. From what we are reading it looks like your time with the program may be coming to an end. I wish you well in whatever lies ahead for you. I am sure you will be a success. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you!
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Post by Cjb on Mar 14, 2020 11:45:38 GMT -5
Well said and seconded!
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Post by Super on Mar 14, 2020 11:46:36 GMT -5
I feel this has been lost in all the talk of the coaching search, but I would like to take a moment to thank coach Arnold for accepting the challenge of taking over our team on a moments's notice with little or no preparation. I know some disagree with me, but I thought he did a terrific job under difficult circumstances. Yes, there were predictable bumps in the road, but our team was competitive in every game the last month of the season despite mounting injuries. In the Saint Peter's game we were in the exact same position we were in a year ago, except this time St. Peter's hit the shot. I appreciate everything you did for our team. From what we are reading it looks like your time with the program may be coming to an end. I wish you well in whatever lies ahead for you. I am sure you will be a success. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you! Good job Greg! Ditto from me |
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Post by hawaii bill on Mar 14, 2020 12:02:40 GMT -5
Yes, put in a very tough position with no experience at this level, grateful he tried his best.
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Post by broguy99 on Mar 14, 2020 12:17:20 GMT -5
Yes, thank you for the effort. Not a fan of his coaching at times but i underatand the tough circumstances. Good luck in your future endeavors.
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Post by sharkey on Mar 14, 2020 12:23:27 GMT -5
Mentioned this in another thread, this is the "stinks" part when hiring a new HC.
A few weeks ago I ran into Coach Arnold and his 2 sons at a store. He relocated his family from Texas and will most likely be looking for a job shortly and really not because of the job he did but because of the unusual circumstances of the health of Cluess. Wishing him and his family all the best.
Let's also not forget coach Mailhot and Coach Johns as well as the rest of the staff. Hope they all land on their feet and have future success.
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Post by epatrick on Mar 14, 2020 14:06:28 GMT -5
Hate to lose any of our assistants. They are part of our Gael family. And we all owe them our deepest gratitude for working under very trying circumstances. Unfortunately, when a new coach takes over he must be given latitude. Hopefully, some of the staff might fit the new coaches needs and be retained.
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Post by GuyF on Mar 14, 2020 14:22:43 GMT -5
Agree, thank you Tra. You didn't ask for any of this and did what you could. Here's hoping you hit the ground running, wherever you are next season.
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Post by husker76 on Mar 14, 2020 15:45:02 GMT -5
Coach Arnold, no one knows the challenges you faced this past season. Success has to be measured in effort and satisfaction that you gave everything you had. We all are defined not by how we handle success, but instead of how we handle adversity. You handled it with grace, no complaints and no excuses. Your fellow coaches and the players know your efforts. Best wishes on your next adventure and challenge.
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Post by thehat on Mar 14, 2020 15:51:30 GMT -5
Thank You Coach Arnold for stepping up to do the job. Best luck to you.
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Post by ncgaelfan on Mar 14, 2020 16:55:17 GMT -5
It was a difficult situation for Coach Arnold, finding out just shortly before the season started that he would assume head coach responsibility. He had not been at Iona long and may not have been comfortable with the Cluess style of play. Considering the circumstances, he did OK. He'll wind up in a good spot, I think, just not likely on Pitino's staff.
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Post by Gaels1997 on Mar 14, 2020 18:22:32 GMT -5
So he was thrown into a situation but he did squat let’s move on folks!!!
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Post by java on Mar 14, 2020 18:36:57 GMT -5
So he was thrown into a situation but he did squat let’s move on folks!!! I’m glad you decided to edit your “F Arnold”. Otherwise I was gonna let one of the other guys lambaste you. |
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Post by GuyF on Mar 14, 2020 18:42:45 GMT -5
So he was thrown into a situation but he did squat let’s move on folks!!! I’m glad you decided to edit your post. Otherwise I was gonna let one of the other guys lambaste you. I edited it. Tweaked yours as well--apologies. |
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Post by Gaels1997 on Mar 14, 2020 18:55:18 GMT -5
Sorry let’s not talk about him move on people please
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