Quick post as I am getting ready to go out and help the old man out with some yard work, but I just came across an interesting little tidbit from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (via College Hoops Journal via The Big Lead).
Per a report by Furman Bisher at the AJC, Bob Knight may have some interest in coming out of retirement to fill the now vacant head coaching slot at the University of Georgia, bringing his 902 career wins with him. Dennis Felton was recently fired by the Bulldogs.
A couple of interesting quotes from the Bisher article:
“He doesn’t want it to look as if he’s pursuing the job. He’d like to be offered it, and if offered, he’d take it,†said a mutual friend, who did not want to be named but was willing for this columnist to report Knight’s interest.
“He doesn’t want it to look as if he’s looking for work, but I can assure you that he’d like to have the job. It’s the idea of coaching a team in the Southeastern Conference that appeals to him. There are just so many things he could do for Georgia basketball. This would be his last stop, and he likes that.â€
Wow. Interesting news on a pretty busy weekend for the Knight family, who added another infamous public blow-up to the family litany last night when Pat Knight went ballistic on the officials in the Texas Tech-Nebraska game.
I have a couple of thoughts about these latest rumors regarding Coach Knight:
- I’d love to see him coaching again. For me, a born and raised Hoosier and longtime supporter of Coach Knight’s through all of his controversies, I think that college basketball is infinitely more exciting when Coach Knight is on the floor.
- There is a part of me that would be disappointed to see Coach Knight leave TV. He is absolutely outstanding as a color commentator and I’ve really started to think that it could be a great way to him to ride off into the sunset of his basketball career, while staying relevant and regaling college basketball fans everywhere with his ridiculously awesome insight and knowledge. Assuming he keeps his on-air emotions in check, a few good years on TV could really help to rebuild his reputation, especially with a new generation of basketball fans.
- If he does take the job at Georgia, I’ll be one of the first IU fans to get some Georgia gear and find out their TV schedule. Assuming no games conflict with IU games (always the first love), I’ll be the newest fervent Bulldog supporter.
Sounds like there is some substance to this story. I’ll stay tuned and post any updates when I hear them. The thought of Coach Knight back on the sidelines is definitely excited for this Hoosier.
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