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collegesportsfanms · 06-26-2018, 11:10 AM

2025-2026 Hot Seat Ratings and Coach Goals

Coaches on the Hot Seat

Randolph Childress (UConn) -- Randolph has been a disappointment for UConn since taking over there a few years ago, and it's quite simple: the board expects him to lead the Huskies to an AAC championship this season, or else he'll be looking for a new job.

Ess Vee (Northwestern) -- It's now or never for Coach Vee. The board doesn't care that the Wildcats play in a very tough conference, they just want to see results. A postseason tournament is a must for Northwestern, or Coach Vee will be out.

Rob Nielsen (Colorado) -- Coach Nielsen becomes our 3rd coach to be on the hotseat in the upcoming season after a mediocre first 10 years at the helm (wow, this dynasty has been running for 10 years? Impressive.) The Buffs have only made the postseason twice, and have just 2 seasons of 20+ wins. Again, it's now or never for Coach Nielsen. They aren't concerned with a postseason tournament, all they want is for the Buffs to be near the top of the Pac 12 at seasons end. Coach Nielsen said he would never leave Colorado.. well he may have to after this season.

Coaches on a Warm Seat

Brett Hawkins (FIU) -- Things are getting testy for FIU. After a strong season in Coach Hawkins' first season there, things have gone majorly south over the last couple seasons. At worst, FIU needs to finish with a winning record this season. The board definitely wants to see FIU compete for the C-USA title this season.

Coaches on an Average Seat

Al Mighty (Notre Dame) -- It's pretty amazing that Al is only on an average seat right now, given his failures with the Irish. The board is staying patient though, but they haven't changed their wish list. A trip to the Sweet Sixteen is still expected.

Felix Abel (North Florida) -- A .500 season for Coach Abel last season in his first as an NCAA coach. This season the board would like to see the Ospreys in contention for an Atlantic Sun title, and they'd prefer a conference championship win.

Bee Mighty (TCU) -- Still a lot of patience being exhibited at TCU, as the mild successes have been enough to keep Coach Mighty there. The board things TCU is good enough to play in a postseason tournament, even if it is the lowly CIT.

David Ginsberg (Sacramento State) -- After success at Hartford, Coach Ginsberg has changed coasts, and is now starting from scratch at a new school. He comes in with high expectations, as the board would like to see him and the Hornets win the Big Sky Conference title right off the bat.

Ariel Pryde (Fairfield) -- Not the greatest first season for Coach Pryde last season, but the board understands what he has to work with, which isn't much. That's why they just want to see Fairfield finish above .500 in MAAC play this season.

Thomas Shepard (San Jose State) - Coach Shepard was a very pleasant surprise in his first NCAA season last season, as San Jose State was competing for a Mountain West title at one point. They faltered late though, but the board took notice. Although not much has changed, the board still just wants the Spartans to stay out of the MWC cellar, another season like last season and the younger Shepard may get some looks.

Will Brown (Wagner) -- Coach Brown actually resigned from Tulsa before they could fire him, but it was inevitable anyways. He landed at Wagner, another tough spot, as their demands are pretty strong. They'd like to see Wagner compete for the Northeast Conference championship.

DeShawn St. John (Washington State) -- Nothing has changed for Coach St. John, who continues to do just enough to keep his seat where it is at. The demands are getting a little tighter though. This season, the board wants to see the Cougars playing in the postseason.

Roy Rogers (Alabama) -- Last season was a complete disappointment for the Crimson Tide, who missed the postseason for the first time in 4 years. That has wavered the board, as Roy's seat has warmed up a bit. The demands haven't changed though, the board still wants the Crimson Tide to win the SEC Title.

B.B. Gunn (Arkansas Pine Bluff) -- A decent season in Coach Gunn's first at Pine Bluff (And no, unfortunately there are no good places to surf there that I know of), and the board hasn't swayed from what they want. They want the Golden Lions to win the SWAC Title this season.

Benton Gale (Troy) -- The board at Troy is tough, and Coach Gale is going to have to step it up. For the 2nd straight season, the board thinks Troy should be good enough to make the NCAA Tournament, via either an at-large berth or by winning the Sun Belt Tournament. Tough go for Coach Gale, we'll see what happens.

Charlie Shocker (San Diego) -- Coach Shocker is the 2nd coach to move out to the West Coast this season, after probably doing all he could at Rice. Many see this as a lateral move, but just the culture change will be enough to shock Coach Shocker (get it? Ok, terrible pun). As it stands, the San Diego board just would just like to see Coach Shocker finish above .500 in WCC play after last season in which they won 14 conference games and made it to the NCAA Elite Eight. I'm not sure of Coach Shocker should be relieved they don't expect him to match that, or insulted that they don't think he can.

Coaches on a Cool Seat

Dean Hoo (St. John's) -- Another stellar season for the Johnnies last year, as Coach Hoo has definitely found his groove there. The board is being less than demanding this season, as they'd just like to see Coach Hoo lead St. John's to the top 3 of the Big East. They don't even have to win it, just compete for it. Sounds easy enough.

Benito Sanchez (Stanford) -- Another great season for the Cardinal, and Coach Sanchez keeps rolling. A Final Four appearance last season didn't sway the board, as they are still just going to be content with a Sweet Sixteen appearance.

Tim Shepard (UCLA) -- Coach Shepard has a real chance to be our first FOFC coach to hit 300 career wins this season, as he is 23 away. Unless they have a major collapse like they did 2 seasons ago, he should get that milestone. UCLA made it all the way to the NCAA Title Game last season but fell short. The board wants another trip to the Final Four this season.

06-26-2018, 11:10 AM	#735
collegesportsfanms Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2004	2025-2026 Hot Seat Ratings and Coach Goals Coaches on the Hot Seat Randolph Childress (UConn) -- Randolph has been a disappointment for UConn since taking over there a few years ago, and it's quite simple: the board expects him to lead the Huskies to an AAC championship this season, or else he'll be looking for a new job. Ess Vee (Northwestern) -- It's now or never for Coach Vee. The board doesn't care that the Wildcats play in a very tough conference, they just want to see results. A postseason tournament is a must for Northwestern, or Coach Vee will be out. Rob Nielsen (Colorado) -- Coach Nielsen becomes our 3rd coach to be on the hotseat in the upcoming season after a mediocre first 10 years at the helm (wow, this dynasty has been running for 10 years? Impressive.) The Buffs have only made the postseason twice, and have just 2 seasons of 20+ wins. Again, it's now or never for Coach Nielsen. They aren't concerned with a postseason tournament, all they want is for the Buffs to be near the top of the Pac 12 at seasons end. Coach Nielsen said he would never leave Colorado.. well he may have to after this season. Coaches on a Warm Seat Brett Hawkins (FIU) -- Things are getting testy for FIU. After a strong season in Coach Hawkins' first season there, things have gone majorly south over the last couple seasons. At worst, FIU needs to finish with a winning record this season. The board definitely wants to see FIU compete for the C-USA title this season. Coaches on an Average Seat Al Mighty (Notre Dame) -- It's pretty amazing that Al is only on an average seat right now, given his failures with the Irish. The board is staying patient though, but they haven't changed their wish list. A trip to the Sweet Sixteen is still expected. Felix Abel (North Florida) -- A .500 season for Coach Abel last season in his first as an NCAA coach. This season the board would like to see the Ospreys in contention for an Atlantic Sun title, and they'd prefer a conference championship win. Bee Mighty (TCU) -- Still a lot of patience being exhibited at TCU, as the mild successes have been enough to keep Coach Mighty there. The board things TCU is good enough to play in a postseason tournament, even if it is the lowly CIT. David Ginsberg (Sacramento State) -- After success at Hartford, Coach Ginsberg has changed coasts, and is now starting from scratch at a new school. He comes in with high expectations, as the board would like to see him and the Hornets win the Big Sky Conference title right off the bat. Ariel Pryde (Fairfield) -- Not the greatest first season for Coach Pryde last season, but the board understands what he has to work with, which isn't much. That's why they just want to see Fairfield finish above .500 in MAAC play this season. Thomas Shepard (San Jose State) - Coach Shepard was a very pleasant surprise in his first NCAA season last season, as San Jose State was competing for a Mountain West title at one point. They faltered late though, but the board took notice. Although not much has changed, the board still just wants the Spartans to stay out of the MWC cellar, another season like last season and the younger Shepard may get some looks. Will Brown (Wagner) -- Coach Brown actually resigned from Tulsa before they could fire him, but it was inevitable anyways. He landed at Wagner, another tough spot, as their demands are pretty strong. They'd like to see Wagner compete for the Northeast Conference championship. DeShawn St. John (Washington State) -- Nothing has changed for Coach St. John, who continues to do just enough to keep his seat where it is at. The demands are getting a little tighter though. This season, the board wants to see the Cougars playing in the postseason. Roy Rogers (Alabama) -- Last season was a complete disappointment for the Crimson Tide, who missed the postseason for the first time in 4 years. That has wavered the board, as Roy's seat has warmed up a bit. The demands haven't changed though, the board still wants the Crimson Tide to win the SEC Title. B.B. Gunn (Arkansas Pine Bluff) -- A decent season in Coach Gunn's first at Pine Bluff (And no, unfortunately there are no good places to surf there that I know of), and the board hasn't swayed from what they want. They want the Golden Lions to win the SWAC Title this season. Benton Gale (Troy) -- The board at Troy is tough, and Coach Gale is going to have to step it up. For the 2nd straight season, the board thinks Troy should be good enough to make the NCAA Tournament, via either an at-large berth or by winning the Sun Belt Tournament. Tough go for Coach Gale, we'll see what happens. Charlie Shocker (San Diego) -- Coach Shocker is the 2nd coach to move out to the West Coast this season, after probably doing all he could at Rice. Many see this as a lateral move, but just the culture change will be enough to shock Coach Shocker (get it? Ok, terrible pun). As it stands, the San Diego board just would just like to see Coach Shocker finish above .500 in WCC play after last season in which they won 14 conference games and made it to the NCAA Elite Eight. I'm not sure of Coach Shocker should be relieved they don't expect him to match that, or insulted that they don't think he can. Coaches on a Cool Seat Dean Hoo (St. John's) -- Another stellar season for the Johnnies last year, as Coach Hoo has definitely found his groove there. The board is being less than demanding this season, as they'd just like to see Coach Hoo lead St. John's to the top 3 of the Big East. They don't even have to win it, just compete for it. Sounds easy enough. Benito Sanchez (Stanford) -- Another great season for the Cardinal, and Coach Sanchez keeps rolling. A Final Four appearance last season didn't sway the board, as they are still just going to be content with a Sweet Sixteen appearance. Tim Shepard (UCLA) -- Coach Shepard has a real chance to be our first FOFC coach to hit 300 career wins this season, as he is 23 away. Unless they have a major collapse like they did 2 seasons ago, he should get that milestone. UCLA made it all the way to the NCAA Title Game last season but fell short. The board wants another trip to the Final Four this season.