Originally Posted by
jmb
As other posters have mentioned, we have exemplary programs in Mens and Womens Soccer, Mens and Womens Lacrosse, Mens and Womens Golf, Mens and Womens Basketball, Mens and Womens Tennis, Womens Cross Country, and Field Hockey. Thus, I don't care what a candidate has done with these sports. As long as he/she can maintain some organizational momentum, these sports should continue to thrive.
What I care about is finding someone who has brought to prominence teams in our other sports that aren't shining as brightly: Football, Baseball, Mens Cross Country, Mens and Womens Track, Wrestling, Volleyball (could arguably go in the previous category category), Mens and Womens Fencing, Rowing, and Mens and Womens Swimming.
These are the programs that should take precedence in finding experienced candidates.