Downs out at Vinton County

[Zaphod_Beeblebrox]

if you had to pick between bethel and Curtis wouldn't bethel win by a landslide. the biggest negative to both is experience. Lindner was by no means at the level of athlete Bethel was. and its a huge difference in assistant coaching a d2 college and being the babysitter of Jackson ironman weight room. I just don't think Curtis has the resume yet. I'm sure he is a student of the game. kid was smart in school. But for him to be a head coach is a little early.

[hawkeyepierce]

Nothing against Curtis, and I haven't spoken with him, but he has a very nice position at Jackson. He is teaching math, just like his father, newly married, and a position on Jackson team that has playoff potential every year. At 25 or 26 years of age, I am not sure that he is ready, or would he think that he is ready to accept a big role like this. He is a very smart young man, he knows opportunities like these will present themselves again.

As far as Travis, haven't spoken to him either, but he has a job that he does a lot of traveling. It is actually a pretty cool job. I also think that he had applied for this position twice before, this would be the third time, I am not sure that he would want to go through that again.

Whoever gets this job, could see success right away, there is a very nice mix of experience and athletic youth. The freshmen and sophomore classes are loaded with talent. Hopefully, they continue to play.

[Poo Bear]

Nothing against Curtis, and I haven't spoken with him, but he has a very nice position at Jackson. He is teaching math, just like his father, newly married, and a position on Jackson team that has playoff potential every year. At 25 or 26 years of age, I am not sure that he is ready, or would he think that he is ready to accept a big role like this. He is a very smart young man, he knows opportunities like these will present themselves again.

As far as Travis, haven't spoken to him either, but he has a job that he does a lot of traveling. It is actually a pretty cool job. I also think that he had applied for this position twice before, this would be the third time, I am not sure that he would want to go through that again.

Whoever gets this job, could see success right away, there is a very nice mix of experience and athletic youth. The freshmen and sophomore classes are loaded with talent. Hopefully, they continue to play.

Hawk, I have a legit question. Why in the world hasn’t Matt queen been given another chance. He loves coaching , loves football, still lives in town . Is my understanding he has been interested in coming back since he was removed (not his choice)

[wildcat76]

Matt Queen - Program Builder and a Great Coach

[Sports101]

Heard either river valley or south gallias coach wanted the job.

[hawkeyepierce]

Poo, I spoke to him a few years back and asked him if he missed it, he said, no. I think he was enjoying his time and got the impression he had no desire to coach. I was surprised when I heard he was coaching again at Southeastern. He was on the Nate and Lugs' podcast and he stated then that he came out of retirement for his friend. So to answer your question, I don't think he is interested. I could be wrong. But, he has never applied when this job was open the four times since.

[Dundas]

Poo, I spoke to him a few years back and asked him if he missed it, he said, no. I think he was enjoying his time and got the impression he had no desire to coach. I was surprised when I heard he was coaching again at Southeastern. He was on the Nate and Lugs' podcast and he stated then that he came out of retirement for his friend. So to answer your question, I don't think he is interested. I could be wrong. But, he has never applied when this job was open the four times since.

I agree Hawk. I’m not sure Queen would be interested in taking a head coaching job but it’s possible that the success he is having on SE staff could give him the itch again. It’ll be interesting to see the names of applicants when they start coming through. I do have a pretty good feeling that travis Bethel will be applying again though. As well as Shane Wellman and a few others.

Have you heard anything about a formation of a committee? I know when coach downs was hired, a committee was created.

[ravensfan09]

Poo, I spoke to him a few years back and asked him if he missed it, he said, no. I think he was enjoying his time and got the impression he had no desire to coach. I was surprised when I heard he was coaching again at Southeastern. He was on the Nate and Lugs' podcast and he stated then that he came out of retirement for his friend. So to answer your question, I don't think he is interested. I could be wrong. But, he has never applied when this job was open the four times since.

I agree Hawk. I’m not sure Queen would be interested in taking a head coaching job but it’s possible that the success he is having on SE staff could give him the itch again. It’ll be interesting to see the names of applicants when they start coming through. I do have a pretty good feeling that travis Bethel will be applying again though. As well as Shane Wellman and a few others.

Have you heard anything about a formation of a committee? I know when coach downs was hired, a committee was created.

Is there a possibility that it could Downs can reapply?

[Dundas]

Poo, I spoke to him a few years back and asked him if he missed it, he said, no. I think he was enjoying his time and got the impression he had no desire to coach. I was surprised when I heard he was coaching again at Southeastern. He was on the Nate and Lugs' podcast and he stated then that he came out of retirement for his friend. So to answer your question, I don't think he is interested. I could be wrong. But, he has never applied when this job was open the four times since.

I agree Hawk. I’m not sure Queen would be interested in taking a head coaching job but it’s possible that the success he is having on SE staff could give him the itch again. It’ll be interesting to see the names of applicants when they start coming through. I do have a pretty good feeling that travis Bethel will be applying again though. As well as Shane Wellman and a few others.

Have you heard anything about a formation of a committee? I know when coach downs was hired, a committee was created.

Is there a possibility that it could Downs can reapply?

Yes, downs can re apply and be in the pool of candidates. However, I don’t know if he will or not.

[Charleswinchester]

To answer a few questions Matt queen has applied every time . Once again not given a chance. Everyone wants to speak on downs record look at queens against a lot tougher schedule. He is good in the community and was good with the kids was also removed after 1 losing season My question is why would he want to come back ? I personally think you should go with the proven coach and add the younger ones to staff for experience. My belief is you need to change the culture around there good luck to who ever gets it but if Matt queen applies give it to him he turns young men into men he helped me change a lot and I’m thankful for that

[Ironman92]

Nothing against Curtis, and I haven't spoken with him, but he has a very nice position at Jackson. He is teaching math, just like his father, newly married, and a position on Jackson team that has playoff potential every year. At 25 or 26 years of age, I am not sure that he is ready, or would he think that he is ready to accept a big role like this. He is a very smart young man, he knows opportunities like these will present themselves again.

As far as Travis, haven't spoken to him either, but he has a job that he does a lot of traveling. It is actually a pretty cool job. I also think that he had applied for this position twice before, this would be the third time, I am not sure that he would want to go through that again.

Whoever gets this job, could see success right away, there is a very nice mix of experience and athletic youth. The freshmen and sophomore classes are loaded with talent. Hopefully, they continue to play.

I will add that he is the boys varsity track coach and enjoys that as well.

[Zaphod_Beeblebrox]

been checking ohsaa and nothing on vc head coaching position yet. Did someone say it was open to public?

[Dundas]

been checking ohsaa and nothing on vc head coaching position yet. Did someone say it was open to public?

I checked today and it’s still not there. I’m not sure if they are looking in house first or what? I would hope that we open it up and look at ALL available options. If not, then this is just a waste of time...

[Orange and Brown]

been checking ohsaa and nothing on vc head coaching position yet. Did someone say it was open to public?

I checked today and it’s still not there. I’m not sure if they are looking in house first or what? I would hope that we open it up and look at ALL available options. If not, then this is just a waste of time...

It has to be posted in house for so many days before it can be posted publicly. I'd say by Monday they will open up the search.

[Dundas]

The opening has been posted to the VCLSD website. Here is the link,

http://www.vinton.k12.oh.us/protected/A ... &dasi=3G0Y

[Ironman92]

Jason Snider any chance?

[Dundas]

Jason Snider any chance?

I’ve heard his name but have not confirmed he is interested or has applied.

[Teufelhunden]

Been contacted about this job again. Last time didn't make the cut, so I'd say no way you could have had me last time and wouldn't be where you are today. SMDH

[hsfbfan]

job posted on www.ohsaa.org

[Dundas]

Been contacted about this job again. Last time didn't make the cut, so I'd say no way you could have had me last time and wouldn't be where you are today. SMDH

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