Nice idea. But in order to work together, corporations or similar entities like universities need to have a reasonably aligned vision and process. Otherwise the partnership won't work. UCD and Sac St, athletics currently don't have anything close to that. And I for one, would not support UCD aligning with Sac State's approach at all. I equally don't see Luke Wood suddenly seeing becoming one of the grownups in the room.

Contrast where the moves over the last year have taken each school. Despite the hoopla and chatter that you previously lauded, which school is on a more solid path to future success?

I understand what you're saying, and I did/do realize that. However, as we've all talked about, athletics is the face of a university, so I think that ight still factor into Wood' thinking, particularly on very visible hires.

Okay, I hate to bring this up, but Wood is on record saying he wants to "eliminate whiteness" at Sac State. So will that be an impediment to hiring Taylor...a white guy with baggage?

Played a nice 1st quarter, out of sync (team and individuals) for the next two and a half quarters, then grind out that run to get the win. No quit in this group.

And Vic is BACK - not 100%; her shot still off, but her energy was contagious.

I can see Taylor taking it. Maybe his only way back into coaching. But without a full schedule, I think even he may wait to see.

No disagreement here. Sac's on the verge of the "...or bust" part of Wood's proclamation.

I doubt he'd really want to, given the situation, but I wonder if Bobby Fresques would take this on. I think he's a Hornet for life kind of guy. Not sure how qualified he is to be a D1 head coach, but dedicated to the program for sure.

Also, what are the current football staff doing. They can't assume whomever is hired will keep them on. Bet many, if not all, of them are looking hard for a job. That won't help keep the players currently on the roster.

Why would ANYBODY want to inherit this mess? Obviously someone will, but gotta wonder...

And maybe no roster. I think that when a HC leaves, anyone on the current roster can transfer. Are commits and signed recruits also free to reopen their recruiting?

Like the opinion article on Sac State losing its identity, this is pretty spot on.

The question that wasn't asked, is how many QB's out there have the decision-making skills and the running ability to make an option offense work AND the passing ability to keep a defense honest. My guess is there aren't too many, and those QB's are in high demand.

Will Marion, as good a recruiter as he seems to be, be able to get that guy to come to Sac State
next season?

Probably not until Sac has a full schedule, and then it will depend on what that schedule looks like.

Addendum: In the current world of college sports, until a recruit is on campus and at practice, a coach can't be 100% sure that player is coming. If Sac St. doesn't get a full schedule in place soon, I would not be surprised to see some signed recruits ask for their release. Or whatever it is that would allow them to go elsewhere. Unless they really don't have another option.

Perfect. Sane driving time as Cal Expo.

Pretty spot on.

No, a junior high field wouldn't work. Remember, this is a Varsity program, not junior varsity.

I can't see the revenue bond idea working in his announced time line (1 year - actually @ 8 months). There's an approval process that looks lengthy.

https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/doing-business-with-the-csu/capital-planning-design-construction/project-center/Self-Support/Programming/Pages/Five-Year-Capital-Outlay-Plan-Out-Year/Q.aspx

Even if approved, not sure any responsible fund manager would think this is a good investment.

Thanks for the update. Sounds like she might not miss much, if any time.

Sussex only played 8 minutes, had a good stat line. Does anyone know what happened? I was unable to watch the game.

The 6-2 record is the Aggies' best start since the 2020-21 season, when they started 7-1. Of course, that was the Covid year and UCD's eighth game wasn't until February 13.

If you want full seasons, this year is the best start since 2017-18, when the Aggies started 9-0. That team finished 28-7, and included Morgan Berstch, Pele Gianotti, Eachel Nagle, Dani Nafekh and the Eaton twins.

Cal Poly beats The Beach in 3 sets. Sets up a great final. Two best teams in the conference regular season.

GO AGS!!

Davis over UCSB in 4 close sets to move into the Big West Tournament Championships. The Aggies notched their 21st win of the season, something not achieved since 2011. UCD plays either Long Beach or Cal Poly tomorrow at 5 PM, with the winner advancing to the NCAA Tournament.

Well done, ladies!!

GO AGS!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

GO AGS!