I think choice was a value hire. Given that we spent a little extra money on a couple on the staff such as Key because of their high level of experience and desirability we needed some risky hires with big upside. Choice is a good example of that because he is a known quantity to us as a fireball and magnetic personality, was already nominated as a top RB coach last season, knows and loves GT, and kids will listen to him because of his high level of success in college and in the NFL.
I hope you don't think these were unexpected drop-ins. All of those visits were pre-scheduled. Don't you know those players and their families had to feel special knowing that they were the first to be visited by the new staff? I know I would.Not sure I would want someone to come at my house at 12:01
Pastner is proving what so many of us have said ---- it's just hard to recruit quality players to Tech. It's not like he hasn't been trying to; the big ones have just not wanted to come here. Let's hope that CGC doesn't find the same is true in football.
I still remember the first recruiting call I received on the morning of the first open period 17 years ago. A letter arrived that afternoon from the same coach; impressions are valuable. I also remember the coach who told me he wanted me to pitch (i was a catcher) the one who liked me as a switch hitting corner guy (wow so wrong) and believe that recruiting/evaluating/communicating shared value show commitment that lasts. I was seated next to the President of the school for dinner on the visit where I eventually committed (davidson) and the coach didn't sell playing time even with a roster of no returning catchers. In my final year, I accidentally went to the President's house instead of the faculty house for a formal graduation dinner, and I was welcomed, offered tea and asked about our chances against Furman.
Two Jeff Popovich Defensive ST and Chris Wieshan Offensive ST
