Originally Posted by NorthwestFlyer
One of the problems is, is that the A10 has too many teams that don't keep up the consistency and drop off for a few years before fielding another good run, and a lot of times only get to the NIT when they finally get it together.
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That's the problem when you don't have the facilities and don't invest in the program. While resources don't guarantee success they sure do enhance the likelihood of achieving and maintaining it. Programs that lack resources tend not to be programs. They hit a good recruit or two, have a good coach or two, and when either or both move on they gravitate back to the bottom or to mediocrity.
Plus programs that are funded and have resources tend to have more fans, which can translate to larger TV audience and more money.
If I were putting together a new conference, which is likely what would happen if UD and VCU did something, I'd put far more emphasis on facilities, resources and commitment than I would won/loss records.
