I think a view is made clearer if you see AG here a decade from now (or not). I project he will be here. The next part of this is: what are the desired achievements.
When I was active here, Dayton was consistently compared to
Xavier. With our presumed A-10 stature, I at least expected the Flyers making the NCAA a few times a decade. I surely see AG improving, but think he comes up short given the following perception:
There are so many coaches out there with abundant passion, ego, and self-determination. I believe those 3 traits to be imperative. Yet, such a competitive environment exists that even possessing these qualities guarantee nothing. However, NOT having any one of these, assures failure to reach the TOP.
The departure from heading one's own program especially brought pause. I really do NOT think AG is DRIVEN by obsession or/and unwavering vision. Christ, these persons in successful programs practically sell their souls
AG got a particularly slanted look because of being an alum and was deemed a 'stayer.' I think he will stay.
In a decade, Dayton will again be on the cusp of occasional NCAA invites under AG, as he will mature. Still, I doubt there will be success commensurate with the advantages Dayton affords (relative to the other A-10 programs).
I DO wish AG the best. I simply put my thoughts to words.... I am not here to agitate 'optimists and believers.'
