Thanks Coach Painter

[GovMan]

It looks like Coach Stan Painter (William Blount's Girls' Coach) will be resigning as coach. Stan has a young son that is experiencing some health concerns and I'm sure that right now, being dad and husband is more of a priority than being coach. Please pray that the doctors will figure everything out with the Painter's young boy and that he'll be fine in a very short while.

 

In the meanwhile, thanks to Coach Painter for laying the foundation and moving the Lady Governors program in the direction it is headed. I really believe, whoever comes in next, is inheriting a gold mine. They've got a bonafide star (sophomore Angela Puleo) to build around and a wealth of talent to surround her.

 

Thanks Stan ... and I'm praying for you and your family.

[2Hot4U]

Who are the candidates to replace Coach Painter?

 

Isn't Puleo's dad the baseball coach at WB. Will he have heavy influence in the decision on the coach?

 

Any possibility on movement within the district to get this job? I thin kI heard that Puleo's dad is really close to another coach in teh district, not for sure who it is, but was wondering if that card would be played by Puleo to get the next girl's coach at WB.

 

Just interesting banter - give me some thoughts Govman

[GovMan]

2Hot,

 

Several names are being tossed around ... I think it's a bit premature to even mention any right now. I do understand that at least one person from within the school is interested. I really believe that it's a golden opportunity for someone to step in and be pretty successful right away.

 

Yes, Charlie Puleo (former pitcher with Mets and Braves) is the WB Head Baseball Coach. Yes his daughter is the bell cow for the next three years. Yes he is very interested in who's going to come in and coach (as we all are as supporters and parents of players). I believe Charlie will be content to let the process run its course--putting a lot of faith in our fine A.D.--but I'm sure, like the rest of us, if he knows of a good possible candidate for the job, he'd share it with the powers that be.

 

There has been a lot of speculation started about another coach in the district, but trust me (really) at this point it is just that ... speculation.

[pma45]

Does anyone know when they plan on hiring the new coach?

[2Hot4U]

Govman-

 

Just heard that Kim Bledsoe (AD Moore's daughter) from Maryville is going to take the job. Is this true? I also heard through the grapevine that a boy's coach within the district had applied. ANy truth to any of these rumors?

 

Vested Governor fan

[pma45]

Yesterday was the last day to turn in applications...and i don't think Bledsoe was one of them!

[robpride]

ok.....i know wb doesnt want my opinion.....but baseline2baseline would do a fine job........tried to give him to bradely central but they havent taken him yet

[GovMan]

Govman-

 

Just heard that Kim Bledsoe (AD Moore's daughter) from Maryville is going to take the job. Is this true? I also heard through the grapevine that a boy's coach within the district had applied. ANy truth to any of these rumors?

 

Vested Governor fan

2Hot,

 

Actually, Kim's "dad" was the former WB A.D.. The current A.D.--Don Moore, Jr.--is Kim's older brother.

 

No, I can officially confirm that Coach Bledsoe is not a candidate for the WB job. She is not only happy where she is, but feels a strong sense that Maryville is "where she is supposed to be." That may make more sense to some than others.

 

 

To the best of my knowledge, none of the applicants being considered at this point fit the "boys coach of another district team" description.

 

I'll try to keep you informed. Your "Vested Governor fan" statement really intrigues me. If you wanted to "pm" me and tell me more, I'd welcome it.

[Rebelsman]

I heard that a former "LadyVol" was getting out of the WNBA and had applied for the job. I didn't get a name but someone said she was originally from New York.

Edited April 30, 2004 by Rebelsman

[2Hot4U]

I am now told that my earlier information was wrong and that the leading candidate is the Powell Girls Assistant Coach.

 

Govman - any truth

[robpride]

Powell asst.......baseline2baseline.......hmmm....we have a match.......

 

gov fans let us know whats happening with this one!!!!.........ill even call a truce with msgov!!!

[pma45]

I think the coach from Powell would be great for William Blount.I personally hope he gets it!