New Women's Basketball Coach JR Payne

[BeBe]

(Duplicating what I wrote in a volleyball thread for those who don't venture there.)

Assume most people interested would already be notified via email or whatever, but wanted to mention that there's a Meet the Coaches event hosted by the Alumni Association on Wednesday, August 3rd scheduled from 5:30 PM to 8:00. New women's bball coach Payne and volleyball's Mahoney will be there.

More info and registration available at http://www.colorado.edu/alumni/meetthecoaches .

I was under the impression that this was only for alumni. Does anyone here know one way or the other for sure?

 

[MarkW]

I was under the impression that this was only for alumni. Does anyone here know one way or the other for sure?

I received the email and I'm not an alum. I assume it's because I had been a season ticket holder for many seasons. So I went ahead and registered for the event. When registering it gives options for your relationship to the university (alum, donor, etc.).

 

[BeBe]

Thanks Mark

 

[MarkW]

Hope to meet and chat with the all-buff posters who attend this event. Some of you can teach me a bit about volleyball tactics and formations.

 

[jsmilkst]

Bummed I'll miss it. Can't wait for basketball season...

 

[buffgal]

I received the email and wish I could go. I live 885 miles away. That's a bit far to come.

 

[BeBe]

I like it :

 

[DBT]

I'm not much of a women's BB fan but I do keep an eye on them and hope they win. So tonight was the first time I've ever heard Coach Payne speak (on 760). I have to say, I was instantly smitten. She is soooo engaging. Wow! I think RG hit this one out of the park! I predict recruits are going to really like her.

 

[Darth Snow]

I'm not much of a women's BB fan but I do keep an eye on them and hope they win. So tonight was the first time I've ever heard Coach Payne speak (on 760). I have to say, I was instantly smitten. She is soooo engaging. Wow! I think RG hit this one out of the park! I predict recruits are going to really like her.

That's a strong prediction the week after she lands a 5* verbal.

 

[DBT]

That's a strong prediction the week after she lands a 5* verbal.

See, I didn't even realize that. I'm a ****ing genius! Then let me add: "I can see how."

 

[buffgal]

See, I didn't even realize that. I'm a ****ing genius! Then let me add: "I can see how."

You are a ****ing genius!!!! Keep your eyes on this team for improvement as well as recruiting.

 

[Creebuzz]

Has JR done enough to get an extension this year or do you make the call next year? Seems like a tall order to recruit going into the final year of a contract.

 

[Bmixer]

Has JR done enough to get an extension this year or do you make the call next year? Seems like a tall order to recruit going into the final year of a contract.

she has another year on her contract, I think if she continues to have a decent year, she will get an extension I think the money lost from ticket revenue loss will keep her here more than anything

 

[Creebuzz]

she has another year on her contract, I think if she continues to have a decent year, she will get an extension I think the money lost from ticket revenue loss will keep her here more than anything

Does she deserve more time? Is the upset win over #1 Stanford the start of an upward trend or is that like Dan Hawkins stumbling into an upset win over Oklahoma? I catch the games when I can, but I’m legitimately curious as to the thoughts of those that follow the program closely.

 

[buffgal]

I think she deserves another year to work with these players. I also think the AD doesn't have the money to hire a better coach right now. CU doesn't pay JR what most other coaches in the Pac are making.