(04-30-2024 05:28 PM)CarRamrod Wrote: He seems to be fully appreciative of the trajectory we are on due to his attention on us for the past 20 years. It's not like he just became aware of JMU over the last two successful years.
After some of his answers in the Q and A, I can't help but think that JB had him in mind as his successor when he stepped down.
I think so too.
He also comes across as a guy that actually wants to be at JMU. His ties to VA and his family makes me think if he does a good job that he could potentially be here for a long time.
Stadium expansion sounds like a priority.
Heavy emphasis on people and the reason JMU is special is the people.
We need help in regards to increasing donors and fundraising and appears to be really good at that.
Did mention some things will probably be different, but it won't be change for the sake of change.
Coming in where things are really well established, and wants to keep winning. Doesn't seem like complacency will be a problem, either.
Mentioned he wants every athlete to leave with a degree and a championship ring. I thought that was a cool image.
Family guy. And his family seems to be all in.
Wants to be engaged with fans.
All really good things. The main question I have: is this guy too good to be true? Time will tell, but he certainly made a really strong first impression in my eyes.