Gerry Staff Predictions…

[Orangefan1]

Just need to point out that AO fell about 2 inches from my foot at MSG Big East Tournament. I kept telling him to get up. He was fine. But he wasn't. Obviously I was sitting in the first row. That is my AO story and claim to fame.

If it wasn’t for that injury we were on our way to a title

 

[2B20Again]

I’m not sold on AO. I desperately want to be wrong.

But in he’s a legit big man coach. He made up for his physical limitations by learning and playing smart. He will get it done.

 

[2B20Again]

How many blocks did Bernie Fine have? /s

Great point. Those who can’t play, TEACH!!! Write it down.

 

[Cheriehoop]

Gerry thinks AO is a genius at teaching big men. Really. And he has worked with him. After what we have had for big men coaches, I will happily sign up for that.

And Gerry saw what Bernie Fine did for our big men so he had a comparison too. AO also trained with Fine who was considered a top big man coach.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

Just need to point out that AO fell about 2 inches from my foot at MSG Big East Tournament. I kept telling him to get up. He was fine. But he wasn't. Obviously I was sitting in the first row. That is my AO story and claim to fame.

Why didn’t you stop him from falling? Cost us a championship.

 

[rocklloyd]

But in he’s a legit big man coach. He made up for his physical limitations by learning and playing smart. He will get it done.

Like I said I hope he gets it done at acc level.

 

[BigNastyJon]

I want AO on the staff. He’s a smart guy and if GMac thinks he’s a good big man coach I’m all for it

 

[phil77]

With the portal opening Tuesday would love to see all the official announcements tomorrow before the portal opens.

 

[FrancoPizza]

I feel blindsighted

Is that an oxymoron?

 

[Newhouser]

AO was absolutely more skilled than Rick. AO was a master on the block.

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

 

[Cheriehoop]

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

I remember one specific play that got the dome rocking for AO. AO deflected and stole the ball as the other team passed half court towards their basket. He dribbled towards our basket leading a fast break and ended up dunking the ball. The dome went crazy - only time we ever saw that, it was great because it was so shocking, Lots of high 5’s.

 

[orangefog]

I’m late to this thread, but I like AO as big man coach. He is tough. Does anyone ever remember seeing AO smile?

 

[PeteCalvin]

I’m late to this thread, but I like AO as big man coach. He is tough. Does anyone ever remember seeing AO smile?

The only person who could withstand AO’s smile was Chuck Norris, so AO chose not to do it.

 

[cuseattle]

I remember one specific play that got the dome rocking for AO. AO deflected and stole the ball as the other team passed half court towards their basket. He dribbled towards our basket leading a fast break and ended up dunking the ball. The dome went crazy - only time we ever saw that, it was great because it was so shocking, Lots of high 5’s.

Coast to coast. I was looking for that video earlier with no luck. Anybody

 

[Widget24]

It was against DePaul in the flashy '08-09 season. I remember going nuts just like everyone else.

 

[sufandu]

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

And they were strong. Watching this years tournament, you can't help but notice that you can't win without having the ability to be physical.

 

[Cuse_NYC]

And neither were plus athletes. Both good players but athletic they were eh.

No, neither plus athletes, but AO, more athletic. He ran the floor better. Still remember his coast to coast dunk, where he dribbled it up the entire court.

 

[oldpinepoint]

It was against DePaul in the flashy '08-09 season. I remember going nuts just like everyone else.

The John cena you can’t see me makes it better

 

[Cheriehoop]

The John cena you can’t see me makes it better

That was AO’s favorite gesture.i remembered most of it correctly. Thanks widget24 for finding the video!

 

[Widget24]

That was AO’s favorite gesture.i remembered most of it correctly. Thanks widget24 for finding the video!

You're welcome! This is one of the AO highlights that was burned into my memory (another unfortunately being the sight of him on the ground in agony in the 2010 BET when our national championship hopes evaporated).

 

[Cuse_NYC]

Have we found a new strength and conditioning? Our guys have looked like pencils for yrs!

 

[Sherman20]

Have we found a new strength and conditioning? Our guys have looked like pencils for yrs!

Did you completely miss this? We hired a new S&C coach last year, Rob Harris, and by all accounts he seems to be doing a fantastic job. (Red fired Ryan Cabiles last spring.) Seems like Gmac will probably retain Harris.

 

[kingtidge]

Did you completely miss this? We hired a new S&C coach last year, Rob Harris, and by all accounts he seems to be doing a fantastic job. (Red fired Ryan Cabiles last spring.) Seems like Gmac will probably retain Harris.

I didn't notice any notable improvements in strength in the team this year. I was using Donnie as a litmus test too... he still got the ball ripped away from him by smaller guards and PG's regularly this year. It was a bit embarrassing...

I'm not throwing Harris under the bus by any means, as he's been here for a hot minute, and I question if S&C + diet/nutrition was ever a really cultural priority for Autry.

 

[Cuse_NYC]

Did you completely miss this? We hired a new S&C coach last year, Rob Harris, and by all accounts he seems to be doing a fantastic job. (Red fired Ryan Cabiles last spring.) Seems like Gmac will probably retain Harris.

I thought he was let go…

 

[Cuse_NYC]

Did you completely miss this? We hired a new S&C coach last year, Rob Harris, and by all accounts he seems to be doing a fantastic job. (Red fired Ryan Cabiles last spring.) Seems like Gmac will probably retain Harris.

What are the accounts of him doing a fantastic job? Screaming in pre season workouts and handing out a dog bone?