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Old 03-01-2012, 10:49 PM   #345
collegesportsfanms
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GWAL Coach Expectations

Rick Jolley (Wichita North) is new to the GWAL and he gets a free pass this year.

Safe Jobs

Shane Kormelink (Valparaiso) was the surprise coach last year, leading his team to an unexpected NCAA berth.

Darren Schoenfeld (Kapaun Mt. Carmel) has really brought them up from their death beds, with 2 straight postseason appearances.

Rudy Arellano (Wichita Southeast) has 5 straight postseason appearances, including 2 in a row in the NCAA's.

On the Fence

Chris Prewitt (Wichita Northwest) took a step back last year. A postseason appearance this season will help the cause.

Garry Prendergast (Detroit) had a miserable first season in the GWAL. A winning record is the very least they need to bring to the table this year.

Watching Closely (1 step from the Hotseat)

James Davis (Bishop Carroll) keeps getting worse every year. If his win total declines this year, he may be on the way out.

Ralph Snowden (Wichita Heights) did bring the GWAL their first postseason title last year, but they should be competing for an NCAA title every year. I expect them to keep raising the bar and make at least the NIT this season.

On the Hotseat

Mike Brown (Wichita East) has been a huge dissapointment. It's postseason or bust this year.

Other FOFC Coaches

Charlie Shocker (UNC Asheville) just needs to avoid last place again this season in conference. Right now the AD is satisfied.

Charlie Woods (Georgia State) is expected to finish with a .500 conference record and the AD is satisfied.

Kuji Chagulia (Wichita South) is being watched closely by the board. They still want him to improve and are expecting a postseason berth this year.

Deacon Palmer (Creighton) is expected to reach the Sweet Sixteen this season. Right now the board is satisfied.

Kuji Chagulia (Hawaii) needs to make the NCAA Tournament according to his AD. The AD is satisfied for now.
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