Altman changes mind, leaves Arkansas and goes back to Creighton

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  1. Mike in Memphis

    Mike in Memphis Old Tiger

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    Fayetteville, Arkansas – Dana Altman has decided being a Razorback is not for him. Tuesday, a day after he was introduced as the new Arkansas Basketball Coach, Altman changed his mind and is returning to Creighton. He apologized to Arkansas and Razorback fans and said it was in his family’s best interest that he returns to Creighton.

    Altman said he made his decision after talking to his family and Creighton.

    Arkansas said its search continues and they will be using the services of a national search firm.

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  2. goldengirlfan

    goldengirlfan simple man

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    "talked to his family and Creighton" = pay raise
     
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    "talked to his family and Creighton" = wife said there is no way in hell she was living in Arkansas, especially after she heard them 'calling the hogs.'
     
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    That should be a flag for folks who are always crying to change coaches. When a mid major coach won't take a job with the facilites of Arkansas it should make us a little more caustious.
    It will be interesting to see who their scond choice will be.
    If Donavan rejects Kentucky that will be an interesting situation as well.
     
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    I'm not going to go spelling police on you, but wow as a poor speller myself that was a spectacular performance. :thumb:
     
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  6. Luv4LSU

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    I saw it last night on ESPN when he was introduced to the boosters/fans/media. The AD did the SUUUEEEEYYYY PIG! cry and he was looking around like he was the only solber one in a mental ward! LOL!!

    Classic!!
     
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  7. lsu-i-like

    lsu-i-like Playoff advocate

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    wow, that smarts.
     
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  8. HatcherTiger

    HatcherTiger Freedom Isn't Free

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    I guess you could say Creighton got its razor back.
     
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    Why am I thinking about Nick Saban now ?
     
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    Because he is unlikely to be able to repeat his success of the last two years. He loses all five starters and is facing a rebuilding year. Fickle Florida fans ran off Spurrier because they expected to be a national contender every year. Donovan may foresee the same future.

    Coaching at major basketball schools like Kentucky, North Carolina, or UCLA is a dream for many coaches. The facilities are unmatched, recruiting is easy, the pay will be top, and the fan support is impressive. Coming off consecutive national championships, he'll never have a better opportunity to upgrade.
     
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