BRUCE PEARL STAYING IN KNOXVILLE, RENEGOTIATES CONTRACT::
"I want to ensure the University of Tennessee and its fans that I’m 100 percent committed to this school, this program and our student-athletes.
"I truly love my job, and I want it to be clear that I’m not interested in any other job. There’s no place in the country I’d rather be than the University of Tennessee. My children are happy here in the Knoxville community—one is in high school, one is in middle school and two are currently attending the university.
"My staff and I are building a consistent top-25 program and I’m honored and privileged to serve the greatest fans in the country. Tennessee has all the resources necessary to win championships, from our recently upgraded facilities to our ability to schedule.
"It’s great to be a Tennessee Vol!"
More quotes from Pearl and Mike Hamilton from the University's official statement, from the News-Sentinel.
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See ya next season, coach Pearl!
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by Joel on Apr 2, 2009 8:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I was so happy I didn't read this the first time through.
My children are happy here in the Knoxville community—one is in high school, one is in middle school and two are currently attending the university.
Yay for community and family values!
by Hooper on Apr 2, 2009 8:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Good point
A factor that many of us either overlooked or just didn’t want to say. East Tennessee is a great place to live.
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by Joel on Apr 2, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Work is going to be FUN tomorrow!
Memphis wanted him and couldn’t get him. BWAHAHAHAHAAHA!
by memphispete on Apr 2, 2009 9:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Since Memphis is still looking for a coach...
I nominate John Brady!
(If this doesn’t automatically set off a huge clanging bell, follow the link.)
by Hooper on Apr 2, 2009 9:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Wouldn't that be one of the signs of the apocalypse?
Official MCM Hater!
by gramsey712 on Apr 3, 2009 8:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, you know you'd love it. ;-D
(And you know I was thinking of you when I said it.)
by Hooper on Apr 3, 2009 9:15 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ahahahahahah
That was before I started watching this blog, that was a hilarious read.
now with less meyton panning.
by Pride of the Southland on Apr 3, 2009 1:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
See, just renegotiating his salary
Though I admit I was starting to get nervous.
"Florida didnt win their first SEC title until 1991 and now they think they invented football."
-Ron Zook
by rustytanton on Apr 2, 2009 9:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I think the other part of the problem is that he is in Detroit right now.
True, or not?
by rblakeh on Apr 2, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll be very curious to see how the salaries play out.
Doesn’t Summitt still have a clause requiring her to get more money than the men’s coach?
by Hooper on Apr 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ahh...
Good things come to those who wait!
YAAAAAAAAAAAAY!
by sddbaker on Apr 2, 2009 10:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
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