A few more from the article. From the up and comer category….assistants
Kellen Sampson, Houston. He’s been at the forefront of Houston’s player development. So it’s either wait to take over for his father — who shows no outward signs of slowing down — or cash in on the Cougars’ success to run his own show for a bit.
Darren Savino, UCLA.The Bruins’ associate head coach has worked with Cronin for 14 years across three stops. Here’s guessing it’s a matter of finding the perfect fit, which is an understandable bar to set — but also possibly cause for a long wait.
Jerome Tang, Baylor. He’s been at Scott Drew’s side for nearly two decades, and we know why: My colleague CJ Moore’s story on Drew’s coaching tree describes the dynamic as Tang being extremely selective about fit. That piece provides all the insight you need on the circumstances that would spring Tang to his own top job.
Jason Williford, Virginia. Another longtime aide to one very successful coach, who may not ever leave his home state. But there’s also nothing left to prove in Charlottesville. Williford can run his own show.
