Football recruit

TheNimble1 said:
My DS, also a football recruit, was contacted by a couple of coaches on Sunday and had a visit here in town yesterday. Seems the word went out to the staff to protect the recruiting class (not at all uncommon in such situations.) I can say that there is a group chat w/the incoming players and from what DS says, their resolve is strong. They are bummed to not have the opportunity to play for Coach Ken but they are still locked in, ready to serve their country, attend the Academy, and play football - in that order! The Brotherhood remains strong.

Worth noting that there are several coaches with long tenure at Navy who will be remaining on the staff. These guys are wired the same way as Coach Ken - USNA mission first, great football guys, and absolute first-rate individuals. Exactly the kind of people you'd want your kids to play for.

Go Navy, Beat Army!
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This would be surprising to me. I know SA's are different, but generally speaking, when a new coach in any sport is hired -- especially for football and basketball -- they are allowed to retain the assistant coaches they want to retain and bring in the ones who they want to bring. Almost always, the entire previous staff is let go, and an entire new staff comes in. Again, not saying this is the case here; just saying it would be unusual. I'm almost positive that when Ed DeChellis came in as men's basketball coach, an entirely new coaching staff, albeit much smaller than football, came along with him.
 
an654 said:
This would be surprising to me. I know SA's are different, but generally speaking, when a new coach in any sport is hired -- especially for football and basketball -- they are allowed to retain the assistant coaches they want to retain and bring in the ones who they want to bring. Almost always, the entire previous staff is let go, and an entire new staff comes in. Again, not saying this is the case here; just saying it would be unusual. I'm almost positive that when Ed DeChellis came in as men's basketball coach, an entirely new coaching staff, albeit much smaller than football, came along with him.
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Yes, but in the interim, they are trying to hold onto recruits in the pipeline. Once a new coach is identified there will be further shake-up. New coaches may try to sway recruits they were talking to from prior assignments, just as coaches that depart USNA may possibly try to lure away recruits they liked for USNA to potentially follow the coach to their new gig.
 
Capt MJ said:
And here’s a fine group to reach out to:

www.motherhoodofthebrotherhood.org

HOME | Motherhood of the Brotherhood

Established in 2015 as a Navy Football cheer mom group, Motherhood of the Brotherhood, Inc. (MOTB) evolved into a non-profit organization dedicated to service, advocacy and community development. MOTB was born completely out of dreams and aspirations to support our children and community at large.
www.motherhoodofthebrotherhood.org www.motherhoodofthebrotherhood.org
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Thank you kindly.
 
an654 said:
This would be surprising to me. I know SA's are different, but generally speaking, when a new coach in any sport is hired -- especially for football and basketball -- they are allowed to retain the assistant coaches they want to retain and bring in the ones who they want to bring. Almost always, the entire previous staff is let go, and an entire new staff comes in. Again, not saying this is the case here; just saying it would be unusual. I'm almost positive that when Ed DeChellis came in as men's basketball coach, an entirely new coaching staff, albeit much smaller than football, came along with him.
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At a regular school yes. Also depends when in a season this occurs. He couldn’t them all and not have a massive impact on recruiting. The entire staff could eventually be let go. Only time and the hire will tell.
 
jrobinson said:
My son is applying as a graduate of 2027. He has received his nomination. He is on the football recruit list. However since Coach Ken will not be the head football coach. How do you think this will effect football recruiting? Will recruits not one to play at USNA because he is not coaching? Does this make it harder for my son since he made connections with head coach, met him, and attended a camp this past June? Any thoughts? Thank you
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This happened a few years ago to a friend's son. He had been heavily recruited for lacrosse and really liked the USNA coach, who was the deciding factor. He committed but then the coach left. The school contacted the recruits and gave them 30 days to decide if they wanted to back out (he did and went to play at Penn State).
But your son should consider how much of a role the coach played in his decision. He could also reach out to an asst. coach and ask about the situation.
Good luck!
 
unkown1961 said:
This happened a few years ago to a friend's son. He had been heavily recruited for lacrosse and really liked the USNA coach, who was the deciding factor. He committed but then the coach left. The school contacted the recruits and gave them 30 days to decide if they wanted to back out (he did and went to play at Penn State).
But your son should consider how much of a role the coach played in his decision. He could also reach out to an asst. coach and ask about the situation.
Good luck!
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Yes, that is exactly right. He plays wide receiver and has reached out to Coach Yokitis.
 
momofusna1 said:
The "deciding factor" everyone keeps talking about SHOULD be the desire to serve. Playing a sport at USNA, or any SA, is a great bonus, but it should be about serving as an officer!
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I see your point but people have signed up for the military for various reasons and I believe still do: help with education, benefits, travel, job skills, and serving. Otherwise, everyone would serve 20+ years as opposed to one assignment. I teach college near a large base and we get a lot of vets who did one or two tours then got out and are now taking advantage of the VA benefits to get the education they couldn't afford before. For an athlete, maybe he likes the coach, or the Academy is a chance to play D1 (and then have a good job after graduation).
 
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