bobby has always beenIt’s obvious, and rightly so, that Colter is very frustrated with the lack of communication and the tone of said communication from Bobby. He understands who he’s dealing with but it makes his livelihood difficult with Bobby’s unwillingness to really talk football rather than simply answer questions he deems worthy like he’s been prepped for a deposition. On the other hand, Choate and Vigen have been very cooperative with the media. Why wouldn’t Colter not like doing his job more with MSU football coaches? They make his job easier and provide him real content. Obviously, the coaches see that they are selling their program and promoting their university. Bobby has unfortunately missed the opportunity. I like and respect Bobby a lot as a person and a coach except for this flaw. I’m not a hater taking shots at him.
And I’m going to get this off my chest while I’m rambling. Colter’s constant mid-sentence promos for his sponsors have made his show unlistenable. I know he has to pay the bills but wow…more promos than sports talk. Probably just me.
My experience around Bobby has always been upbeat and positive. I am not a personal friend but have listened to him on numerous on occasions. He may be a little stand-offish toward the media, but to his credit he has answered their questions. In the past he has received criticism publicly, do to his responses to some very challenging situations. I imagine he felt they kicked him while the chips were down. Most eGrizers understand the issues of that time. It was not a good situation. It is real hard to overcome that feeling of betrayal. Being a teacher and receiving criticism hurts at your core. The more public, the more hurt. Besides, If you ever listen to some questions offered by the media, I often wonder, how can a person not roll their eyes or come back with a smart ass remark. Bobby has a quick wit and could possibly just be biting his tongue and trying real hard to be socially correct. That takes personal discipline!
Bobby is in charge of 100 players more or less. He is the teacher, the leader. These are college age boys and he is channeling their energies into personal, professional, physical growth. He works many hours. He is a fine coach. That takes TIME. Maybe it would help if the local media worked really hard at building a positive relationship from their end. It takes effort to overcome the hurt he may have felt from reading or listening to some of their opinions. Add to the situation that many local journalists come and go, resulting in a natural barrier to overcome right from the start.
We recently talked with a former Griz player. He had a wonderful career here. He was and still is impressed with how well Bobby recruited him by selling the University, the town, the program, the players. One of the offshoots of that spirit is that he sells us as a very cool community
He is the best coach we will ever have here. Sit back and enjoy. If fans ever had a chance to listen to him for awhile, they would quickly know he is a fine coach and person. I do want to respond to criticisms of him. Over the years I have heard plenty of negative posts.
I hope I didn't offend anyone, but I just wanted to offer eGrizers biased my perspective!