Gillispie Embraces High Stakes at Kentucky
Billy Gillispie takes over as Kentucky coach amid fan fervor and high expectations. He pledges to meet the pressure at the winningest program, citing past success at UTEP and Texas A&M and a seven year, 2.3 million per year deal with bonuses. He warns the cheers will fade without NCAA success.
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Kentucky players warm to Gillispie after coaching search
Kentucky basketball players welcomed Billy Gillispie as coach after a two week wait. Ramel Bradley praised Gillispie and opposed rival Florida coach Billy Donovan, while Joe Crawford expressed relief at direction and closure for the program. Randolph Morris left for the Knicks. others plan to return and adapt to Gillispie’s up tempo style.
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Huggins returns to West Virginia Mountaineers for second stint
Bob Huggins returned to his alma mater as WVU coach, promising to stay as long as fans want him. He signed a five year deal worth about five million dollars plus incentives, replacing John Beilein and inheriting a team noted for fast paced offense. Prior controversy at Cincinnati is noted.
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