Which K-State coach should be fired next?

[sonofdaxjones]

I know it's golf, but I ask again, how much stuff is the golf program going to be given before they actually have a break through?

I am sure someone can come on here and document how they still don't have this, or they don't have the budget for that, and I get it.  But still, I have to ask, is it ever going to be their year?   Irrespective of how it happened, Golf Foundation whatever . . . there's really not a program at K-State that has been given more over the last decade than Golf.   A freaking entire golf course, a freaking indoor all season full speed see the ball fly down the range hitting facility, a $5 plus million dollar clubhouse to pretty much call their home.   Come on, they've got to do something significant sometime, right?   105th in the country for the men?  Come on man.

[scottwildcat]

I know it's golf, but I ask again, how much stuff is the golf program going to be given before they actually have a break through?

I am sure someone can come on here and document how they still don't have this, or they don't have the budget for that, and I get it.  But still, I have to ask, is it ever going to be their year?   Irrespective of how it happened, Golf Foundation whatever . . . there's really not a program at K-State that has been given more over the last decade than Golf.   A freaking entire golf course, a freaking indoor all season full speed see the ball fly down the range hitting facility, a $5 plus million dollar clubhouse to pretty much call their home.   Come on, they've got to do something significant sometime, right?   105th in the country for the men?  Come on man.

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http://themercury.com/articles/k-state-tennis-coach-steve-bietau-announces-retirement

“Kansas State University and K-State tennis have been our family’s lifeblood for 30 years, and after thorough reflection and discussion with my wife, I have decided that it is time to step away,” Bietau said in a press release. “To help facilitate the next steps and to ensure a smooth transition, I will be stepping away from the program as of today."

Assistant coach Liz Ullathorne will lead the program for the remainder of the season, K-State athletic director John Currie said in the release. A national search for a new coach will be conducted later this spring. Bietau, who did not coach last weekend’s home match against Wichita State and was not at practice this week, was in his 30th season leading the K-State women’s tennis program. He was the second-longest tenured coach in school history, trailing only track and field head coach Ward Haylett (34 years).

[MakeItRain]

http://themercury.com/articles/k-state-tennis-coach-steve-bietau-announces-retirement

“Kansas State University and K-State tennis have been our family’s lifeblood for 30 years, and after thorough reflection and discussion with my wife, I have decided that  it is time to step away,” Bietau said in a press release. “To help facilitate the next steps and to ensure a smooth transition, I will be stepping away from the program as of today."

Assistant coach Liz Ullathorne will lead the program for the remainder of the season, K-State athletic director John Currie said in the release. A national search for a new coach will be conducted later this spring. Bietau, who did not coach last weekend’s home match against Wichita State and was not at practice this week, was in his 30th season leading the K-State women’s tennis program. He was the second-longest tenured coach in school history, trailing only track and field head coach Ward Haylett (34 years).

eh, I don't think so, this wouldn't happen mid season, the tennis program has been fine considering the resources they didn't have.

I do wonder if there is something away from the court that caused him to quit in March, or he just really wants this assistant too have her best chance to get the job permanently

[bones129]

 

[scottwildcat]

Shocking really.

[EllRobersonisInnocent]

The Bietau family is full of studs. Great people.

[puniraptor]

low collegiate tennis iq OT: what is the mechanism for recruiting all these eastern euro tennis players? does the coach take recruiting trips across the planet to sit down in former soviet apartment bloc living rooms and pitch kstate to these girls?

[Dugout DickStone]

Norris has got to be contacting Remax right now

[fun muffin]

low collegiate tennis iq OT: what is the mechanism for recruiting all these eastern euro tennis players? does the coach take recruiting trips across the planet to sit down in former soviet apartment bloc living rooms and pitch kstate to these girls?

I also am interested in this.  anyone know?

[Kat Kid]

low collegiate tennis iq OT: what is the mechanism for recruiting all these eastern euro tennis players? does the coach take recruiting trips across the planet to sit down in former soviet apartment bloc living rooms and pitch kstate to these girls?

I also am interested in this.  anyone know?

Yes.

[puniraptor]

wow!

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Kansas State University -- Head Women's Tennis Coach in Manhattan, KS

Responsibilities include coaching, instructing and evaluating women's tennis student-athletes in all areas of the program. Evaluate student-athlete performances in pre-season and in-season practices and competitions. Provide leadership and instruction in all areas of deficiencies & motivate student-athletes to promote an atmosphere of accomplishment and confidence. Scout and recruit student-athletes, which includes travel and on-campus visits of prospective student-athletes who can succeed both in competition and academically. Collect and analyze tactical and statistical data of opponents and design/develop strategies. Create and promote the philosophy and objectives of the program, as well as rules and regulations of Kansas State University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA. Participate in public relations activities. Represent K-State Athletics at professional, civic, charitable and alumni events. Participate in approved fundraising activities, clinics, exhibitions and camps.

REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Athletic/Business Administration, Recreation or comparable degree and 5 years of NCAA collegiate women's tennis coaching experience, or will accept Master's Degree and three years NCAA collegiate women's tennis coaching experience. Must possess working knowledge of current NCAA rules and compliance issues concerning administration of intercollegiate athletics, and ability to travel to scout and recruit athletes (about 20%).

TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a letter of application, resume and contact information for three professional references via email only to [email protected]. Screening of applications begins April 13, 2015. Background check required. Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

http://kstatesports.cstv.com/ot/job-opps.html

['taterblast]

https://twitter.com/TylerDreiling/status/583744787875901440

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This makes NFL teams' compliance with the Rooney Rule look downright legitimate.

[MakeItRain]

[Dugout DickStone]

I'm with MIR

[bones129]