Devildog, you are correct in that nobody knows what you are going through on a day to day basis. It would not be fair for anyone to claim that about anyones life. a fact that is being lost is that most of the jobs that will be open will not be posted or come open until the spring. Most counties post them around April. while it is good you are getting a head start, patience is the key with these school systems. I know nothing about you other than what you have posted on the board here. But this is a network of coaches and when someone knows of an opening or possible opening, names get mentioned (friends, former assistant coaches, and even people that are looking for jobs on coacht) People have been trying to be helpful and I realize this thread has taken a turn away from. It takes alot of interviewing and legwork but hopefully you will find the right opportunity. as far as the people you may have rubbed the wrong way, I guess you need to maybe look at your resume and see what it looks like. Have a few other people look at it and see how it comes across to them. Practice your follow up phone calls to the schools. It is always good to look and sound as polished as possible. these principles get numerous calls and resumes a day from people, make yours stand out in a positive way