George Washington University head coach Karl Hobbs has just resigned . Hobbs had a 166-129 record in ten seasons as the head coach of the Colonials. He was not fired by the university, as reported by some news outlets earlier today.
This move was not entirely unexpected, as the Colonials hadn't been to the NCAA tournament since the 2006-07 season. Sources also indicated the Hobbs may have been fired anyways, especially after this season, as the Colonials capped what was once a promising season with a loss to 12th seeded St. Joseph's in the A-10 conference tournament. The new athletic director, Jack Kvancz, is also most likely looking to make his mark on the program with his own coach.
Around the campus, student sources have expressed relief that Hobbs is gone. Hopefully, with their new coach, the Colonials can bring a little enthusiasm back to GWU's campus. Hobbs was often distant and aloof, especially with the student body.
Concern for the Colonials should now be turning to two issues: First and foremost, a search to replace Hobbs is expected to be mounted in the coming days. Second, Hobbs' incoming recruiting class should be reassured that their scholarships would be retained, and a coach who will respect Hobbs' decisions will be retained. This incoming class includes two rivals.com three-star recruits, so the new coach is inheriting some talent. Lassan Kromah should also be back after an injury kept him out of the past season. With the right hire, the future looks bright for the Colonials.
This move was not entirely unexpected, as the Colonials hadn't been to the NCAA tournament since the 2006-07 season. Sources also indicated the Hobbs may have been fired anyways, especially after this season, as the Colonials capped what was once a promising season with a loss to 12th seeded St. Joseph's in the A-10 conference tournament. The new athletic director, Jack Kvancz, is also most likely looking to make his mark on the program with his own coach.
Around the campus, student sources have expressed relief that Hobbs is gone. Hopefully, with their new coach, the Colonials can bring a little enthusiasm back to GWU's campus. Hobbs was often distant and aloof, especially with the student body.
Concern for the Colonials should now be turning to two issues: First and foremost, a search to replace Hobbs is expected to be mounted in the coming days. Second, Hobbs' incoming recruiting class should be reassured that their scholarships would be retained, and a coach who will respect Hobbs' decisions will be retained. This incoming class includes two rivals.com three-star recruits, so the new coach is inheriting some talent. Lassan Kromah should also be back after an injury kept him out of the past season. With the right hire, the future looks bright for the Colonials.
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