The day this tweet was sent out and retweeted by Twiddy, I knew we were in for something specialI have to respectfully disagree. The Adminstration of Louisville put the state of Louisville football into a downward spiral by listening a few "elitist" in the community who wanted DeMarco out. Then hire an individual to coach AND teach, then he backs out of the teaching position once its official he has coaching job. Once in he demands thousands for new weight room equipment, new football jerseys, orders new headsets for sideline, walks out of St. Harombos at county football coaches preview, openly criticizes and attempts to degrade previous coaching regime, his staff openly threatened previous coaches on social media, staff openly used vulgar language on social media prior to start of football season, claims to give his athletes so much of his time and efforts yet can't take the time or effort to be there to vote for WHBC county awards (or send another coaching rep). Since I've followed louisville football in the years of Crislip, Farrah, and DeMarco you NEVER had this happen and this was all in the first year of Twiddy's coaching. The adults in the stands had every right to voice their displeasure. I certainly hope moving forward the District can put together a committee with no hidden agenda, unlike previous one who had a comittee member become part of Twiddy's freshman football staff since they coached together in little leopards.
I have to respectfully disagree. The Adminstration of Louisville put the state of Louisville football into a downward spiral by listening a few "elitist" in the community who wanted DeMarco out. Then hire an individual to coach AND teach, then he backs out of the teaching position once its official he has coaching job. Once in he demands thousands for new weight room equipment, new football jerseys, orders new headsets for sideline, walks out of St. Harombos at county football coaches preview, openly criticizes and attempts to degrade previous coaching regime, his staff openly threatened previous coaches on social media, staff openly used vulgar language on social media prior to start of football season, claims to give his athletes so much of his time and efforts yet can't take the time or effort to be there to vote for WHBC county awards (or send another coaching rep). Since I've followed louisville football in the years of Crislip, Farrah, and DeMarco you NEVER had this happen and this was all in the first year of Twiddy's coaching. The adults in the stands had every right to voice their displeasure. I certainly hope moving forward the District can put together a committee with no hidden agenda, unlike previous one who had a comittee member become part of Twiddy's freshman football staff since they coached together in little leopards.
Big rumor going around the coach pick is already in and only has to wait until the position goes through the union protocol. Retired ex. College/ Pro level defensive coach with ties to the area through wife. Has a ton of clout that will shut down the local's who want to voice their opinions. Should be exciting to see what happens.
That’s pretty much everything I’ve heard as complaints from leopard fans. Can’t wait to see y’all week 9. Always a good atmosphere in Louisville to watch the boys play some ball!!!!I have to respectfully disagree. The Adminstration of Louisville put the state of Louisville football into a downward spiral by listening a few "elitist" in the community who wanted DeMarco out. Then hire an individual to coach AND teach, then he backs out of the teaching position once its official he has coaching job. Once in he demands thousands for new weight room equipment, new football jerseys, orders new headsets for sideline, walks out of St. Harombos at county football coaches preview, openly criticizes and attempts to degrade previous coaching regime, his staff openly threatened previous coaches on social media, staff openly used vulgar language on social media prior to start of football season, claims to give his athletes so much of his time and efforts yet can't take the time or effort to be there to vote for WHBC county awards (or send another coaching rep). Since I've followed louisville football in the years of Crislip, Farrah, and DeMarco you NEVER had this happen and this was all in the first year of Twiddy's coaching. The adults in the stands had every right to voice their displeasure. I certainly hope moving forward the District can put together a committee with no hidden agenda, unlike previous one who had a comittee member become part of Twiddy's freshman football staff since they coached together in little leopards.
Great post. I always liked the way Louisville teams conducted themselves on the field.You are totally correct. I was at the last game on the Central side and I couldn't believe how people were putting this guy down. Louisville plays a brutal schedule and it's tough to put down any 1st yr coach when they go 500. When Wakefield came to Perry it took a couple years. Maybe Perry should of pressed to get him out, NOT. I understand the frustration of him not attending an important function but you'll be looking for another coach. I don't care who comes in, I'll be surprised if you win 5 games. Good luck because the honeymoon only lasts until the first loss of the season.
Try supporting the next guy as you have a great community and whoever is chosen deserves 2-3 years. If your AD makes your schedule they might want to back it down a little bit so you can get into the playoffs.
I have to respectfully disagree. The Adminstration of Louisville put the state of Louisville football into a downward spiral by listening a few "elitist" in the community who wanted DeMarco out. Then hire an individual to coach AND teach, then he backs out of the teaching position once its official he has coaching job. Once in he demands thousands for new weight room equipment, new football jerseys, orders new headsets for sideline, walks out of St. Harombos at county football coaches preview, openly criticizes and attempts to degrade previous coaching regime, his staff openly threatened previous coaches on social media, staff openly used vulgar language on social media prior to start of football season, claims to give his athletes so much of his time and efforts yet can't take the time or effort to be there to vote for WHBC county awards (or send another coaching rep). Since I've followed louisville football in the years of Crislip, Farrah, and DeMarco you NEVER had this happen and this was all in the first year of Twiddy's coaching. The adults in the stands had every right to voice their displeasure. I certainly hope moving forward the District can put together a committee with no hidden agenda, unlike previous one who had a comittee member become part of Twiddy's freshman football staff since they coached together in little leopards.
This is an interesting rumor. I will be interested to hear who this is. This could build some excitement back around the program. Just make sure we run it by the know-it-alls up in the stands so they don't throw a temper tantrum...
Someone with this background would be a huge hire for us though.
I will agree with you as it relates to hoping we go 0-10. That is appalling from all perspectives. Notice, I never criticized Twiddy for his X's and O's. He brought some excitement but with it high risk that would quickly fizzle away our ability to win some of our games this year, IMO. It is my hope a committee is put together with the likes of a Crislip, J. Aljancic, B. Beatty, D.Radalia, John Twinem. People who know FOOTBALL and/or have a long track record directly with Louisville Tradition. We don't need a committee with a "know it all"landscaper, a stay at home "jelly" daddy, or a former Little Leopard coach with an axe to grind. It has to consist of people dedicated to resurrecting a tradition that has been lost in this transition. People who can bring back possibly, some of the younger talented coaches who left to go other places and put them under the leadership of a strong mentoring head coach. Someone who will bring the "DeMarco supporters" together, let the Twiddy ship sail, the style of coaching the "Farrah supporters" like (cuz his ship has long sunk). Sooooo who are the names that come to mind....ready, set, go...lol!You have your opinion and I have mine. Doesn't mean either of us are wrong. I never saw any of what you mentioned so I don't think it was as mainstream as you believe it was. As for the "coaches" in the stands I am referring to I can say 100% they bashed him cause he wasn't the guy they wanted hired ( I talked to many of them). Bashing a coach and never giving him a shot because he wasn't the guy you wanted is disgraceful, I would be happy if I never had to see any of them sitting in the stands around me because the way they acted was gross. After all it is all about supporting the kids, but I heard MANY people say straight out they hoped we would go 0-10 so we could get rid of him and get "their" guy in there... Seriously?? That's the proper way to look at things?
Then again that appears to be the way of the world right now. If your guy doesn't win or get the job then you stomp your feet and throw a fit. I see it on the news every day.
For the sake of the kids he should have attended.And did anyone ever consider the reason JT did not make an appearance at the WHBC event perhaps in part he was at odds with the administration over teaching positions and other issues and knew he was going to be dismissed? Would you show up for an event knowing you would not be retained in the upcoming weeks?
I will agree with you as it relates to hoping we go 0-10. That is appalling from all perspectives. Notice, I never criticized Twiddy for his X's and O's. He brought some excitement but with it high risk that would quickly fizzle away our ability to win some of our games this year, IMO. It is my hope a committee is put together with the likes of a Crislip, J. Aljancic, B. Beatty, D.Radalia, John Twinem. People who know FOOTBALL and/or have a long track record directly with Louisville Tradition. We don't need a committee with a "know it all"landscaper, a stay at home "jelly" daddy, or a former Little Leopard coach with an axe to grind. It has to consist of people dedicated to resurrecting a tradition that has been lost in this transition. People who can bring back possibly, some of the younger talented coaches who left to go other places and put them under the leadership of a strong mentoring head coach. Someone who will bring the "DeMarco supporters" together, let the Twiddy ship sail, the style of coaching the "Farrah supporters" like (cuz his ship has long sunk). Sooooo who are the names that come to mind....ready, set, go...lol!
Sooooo who are the names that come to mind....ready, set, go...lol!
I know its a pipe dream for Louisville, because they have no $$$$ which is what it would take to get himButtermore ain't leavin' Granville for at least 2 more years
Is there someone on staff that teaches and coaches who played at Louisville? Farrah or Crislip is not going to pursue this job, but a former player that knows the Louisville system and way might have success.
In my opinion there are only two men in the best interest of Louisville football right now to bring back the "Tradition". That is Rick Crislip and Paul Farrah. Rick is not a plausible candidate I know. He's retired and certain he enjoys his life away from football. However he decided to run for BOE on a positive change agenda, always a steward for all things good Louisville, perhaps he'd consider stepping out of retirement for a short period to right the ship. Paul, still works in the district, flying low under the radar, unfortunately in the grave from past mistakes. His football resume for Louisville is about as good as it gets, but talk about unifying and rallying behind a coach and staff, not enough forgiveness support to make it happen. It's sad. Sometimes in life we owe people a second chance, but it is what he made it. Paul probably wouldn't even pursue the job even if offered. Crislip and Farrah, undeniable, kings of the Leopards football leadership in the past 30 years, know Louisville football and expectations second to none. Demarco did a good job, sure he didn't want the job initially, and considering the circumstances at the time, made perfect sense. His playoff record, and lack of making the playoffs, will always place him behind those other two aforementioned coaches tenure. We had three very good coaches over a 30 year period of time with an overall excellent track record. In 2020, we'll find ourselves with three coaches in the last 14 months. They have to get this new-hire right. And in all of this dialogue, who hurts the most? The kids. I feel terrible for this year's seniors. It was a great group of kids, who deserved more than a 5-5 season. I know the personnel are ultimately responsible for the outcome, but these kids had to deal with a entirely different staff their senior year and learn new concepts different than what they were taught coming up through the system. I know we are all disappointed in the results of 2019 but there are many other issues that need addressed outside of a football program. All and all we really should be talking about the kids and what's best for them in the future.
Perhaps the committee can include Paul Farrah, Rick Crislip, and Paul Starkey to pick the next coach. Three successful head coaches that know what it takes.
Just think Dan P. This is who is being pushed by certain BOE and Sup. Also think, more of the same mindset of JT. WIIFMIs there someone on staff that teaches and coaches who played at Louisville? Farrah or Crislip is not going to pursue this job, but a former player that knows the Louisville system and way might have success.
Why would he leave Granville? Great area to live in, great academics, and less pressure to win than at Louisville. Probably a better job with Louisville in no league.This is what you get when you go cheap, as stated with the last Louisville FB coaching search, make a bee line to Granville and hire Buttermore former Tri-Valley HC who was consistently in the playoffs, has ties to the area West Branch, but he wont come cheap, probably asst AD position, Dean of Student, whatever, just as long he has the time to right the ship and fast.
Would the real Conway Twiddy please stand up.#thesearch
Farrah might be a good coach but is feces as a human being. He should of gotten punched in the face the way he treated some of his players in the Ohio/Penn all star game years ago.
As for Twiddy he took over a horrible football school Meadowbrook who was on the same level as Rutgers is currently and got them to the regional finals his last year there. He made the playoffs 3 of his 4 years there. Any school would be lucky to have Twiddy as their coach.
As for Twiddy he took over a horrible football school Meadowbrook who was on the same level as Rutgers is currently and got them to the regional finals his last year there. He made the playoffs 3 of his 4 years there. Any school would be lucky to have Twiddy as their coach.
That's all well and good , but Twiddy is gone. The only thing that is important now is getting the next hire right. Any success or failure he had anywhere else is unimportant. No sense quibbling about it. The successes or failures of any ex-coaches are unimportant.,No need to argue over stuff that no longer is relevant. We need to get this hire right and then close ranks behind the kids.Twiddy made the playoffs 3 out of 4 years at Meadowbrook. The Meadowbrook schedule the two years before he took over were a joke beating a bunch of 1-9 D6&7 schools. Twiddy actually beat good teams and beat their rivals Cambridge 3 out of 4 times. Meadowbrook was getting blown out by Cambridge before he took over.