Fears Confirmed..

[HENJOHN]

Don't forget "Recruiting" today includes recruiting and retention of CURRENT players as well that you want to keep on the roster, something this staff has excelled at so far. One lost starter in this environment is nothing short of amazing. Last year was a minimal impact as well. They didn't accomplish this by sitting on their hands

[frmrbluehen]

Don't forget "Recruiting" today includes recruiting and retention of CURRENT players as well that you want to keep on the roster, something this staff has excelled at so far. One lost starter in this environment is nothing short of amazing. Last year was a minimal impact as well. They didn't accomplish this by sitting on their hands

Nice additional comment. Coaches not only have to attack the portal (constantly scouring the database) waiting for a name to pop up. From there obtaining film to watch, breaking down the film, then making the decision to actively pursue that player. Which then takes multiple conversations to gauge interest, get the player on board for a visit, etc. All of which take time and effort. On top of of what HENJOHN stated, actively recruiting their own players to ensure they keep as many as possible from hitting the portal. Then continuing to recruit high school players to build out a full roster.

I think a lot of people who think it's super easy to just get an athlete to transfer to UD would benefit from a view into the day and the life of a coach during the portal period. There are many reasons other than money why a player doesn't transfer to certain school even though we like to think it always comes down to the highest bidder, i.e. our current QB. To say the recruiting was "lazy" is wild to me.

[Udforever1]

Really well said 79, HJ and FrmrBlueHen.

Breeze, I echo what Info Hound said. It’s awesome that we are attracting new fans and that you are passionate about UD football. This board is filled with passionate fans, former players (some legends in this program post and/or look at the board), boosters, people who have had season tickets for over 50 years. It’s an awesome spot and your opinions and insight are certainly welcome. You do seem to certainly know what you’re talking about, so I hope you are not like a lot of other posters over the years who had family members on the team who disappeared as soon as their son graduated.

The only thing I guess I’m confused about is that in your first post on here, you told us all to be positive and that player’s read the board. So I’m not sure I understand all the portal negativity, including calling the recruiting “lazy.” I do wonder, if we had shown interest in the guys you represent, would you be saying differently? And like 79 said, people are always free to post what they want, that’s what makes message boards fun. But I do know the administration reads the board, so I’d just never want things to get back to the staff and create some awkwardness. Not that there should be, coaches are grown men and pressure and criticism come with the job. But just never know.

I do too wish we had a few more transfers by now, but we still have time before the spring semester starts. As mentioned, we did a great job in retention and in my opinion have a really nice recruiting class. Staff has done a terrific job. Let’s finish this off season strong and get a few more transfers in here that can propel us to contend for a CUSA title next year. Hopefully your family member plays a big role in our success!

[topstraight]

Unreal Retention by UD.

Has to be the best job of that in All of G6!

[UD '01 grad]

I do know the administration reads the board

Dear Administration,

Can we talk about the in-game stadium experience?

Signed,

East Stands Snowflake

[Gannonfan]

I do know the administration reads the board

Dear Administration,

Can we talk about the in-game stadium experience?

Signed,

East Stands Snowflake

When the time is right we need to really have a good thread devoted to that. So much that can improve. But for another day.

[Gannonfan]

Unreal Retention by UD.

Has to be the best job of that in All of G6!

Good pickup. I think this has been under realized through all this - UD actually did a really good job of holding on to a lot of players. It's really very different to the way that many schools at this level have been operating. Maybe there's something here, maybe UD can be more than just another stop on the way to bigger and better things that many other schools position themselves as. Maybe it's just an errant data point and we'll see massive turnover next year. Either way, I like that we held on to so many top contributors and that there seems to be contentment staying in Newark. Certainly looking forward to next year.

[CaliHen98]

Unreal Retention by UD.

Has to be the best job of that in All of G6!

Good pickup. I think this has been under realized through all this - UD actually did a really good job of holding on to a lot of players. It's really very different to the way that many schools at this level have been operating. Maybe there's something here, maybe UD can be more than just another stop on the way to bigger and better things that many other schools position themselves as. Maybe it's just an errant data point and we'll see massive turnover next year. Either way, I like that we held on to so many top contributors and that there seems to be contentment staying in Newark. Certainly looking forward to next year.

+1

[Caribbean Hen]

Unreal Retention by UD.

Has to be the best job of that in All of G6!

Good pickup. I think this has been under realized through all this - UD actually did a really good job of holding on to a lot of players. It's really very different to the way that many schools at this level have been operating. Maybe there's something here, maybe UD can be more than just another stop on the way to bigger and better things that many other schools position themselves as. Maybe it's just an errant data point and we'll see massive turnover next year. Either way, I like that we held on to so many top contributors and that there seems to be contentment staying in Newark. Certainly looking forward to next year.

Well, maybe unrecognized by a few loud and breezy posters but overall, I’ve seen a lot of people mention how important it was and recognize what a great job the staff has done in keeping our Hens in Newark

By keeping so many though, we’re gonna be expecting to be challenging for that CUSA title next year, and that’s a good thing