Rob Ash did a better coaching job than Mick Delaney?

[BWahlberg]

Figured that title would get your attention as I would think about 99% of Griz Nation would disagree with that statement.

Please support Mick, Ash is currently #2 in the voting where Mick is #7. I've posted this link before and many people said they'd vote for Mick after a win in the brawl.

You can vote once per day, unfortunately you need to vote via facebook so you do need to "like" Liberty Mutual as part of the voting process - but one can easily unlike it after the voting period is up.

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[stubbins]

They are the same coach...one has a lot more talent on his team. If JJ wouldve went down early this year and struggled mightily after coming back....same results. They should be tied in this voting.

 

[mtgriz]

I understand supporting our guy, but this and the mascot challenge and dancing with the stars etc. are all simply popularity contests.

Recognition among your peers is what is really important.

 

[PlayerRep]

If Delaney does well in this "contest", Brint gets special inside access for internet reports on the Griz. And note that in head-to-head competition, Delaney's team beat Ash's team, and that's all that matters, at least in Arizona.

 

[BWahlberg]

If Delaney does well in this "contest", Brint gets special inside access for internet reports on the Griz..

Ha! Come on guys support the team! (And no I don't get access PR is just joking around

 

[NativeGriz]

10-2 is pretty darn impressive after last year, so I voted for MD. I am not 100% happy, but he deserve the benefit of my doubt. Rob Ash was given a pretty good team and end up at 7-5,not make the playoffs, but is #2 in voting-that is a joke. Personally I try not to be a part of popularity contest voting. So it took me awhile to get on board and vote for MD. In the end, he earned it. Better half time adjustments and I do believe the Griz get most team's best game. Soooo, like Brint, I encourage others to vote for MD.

 

[wbtfg]

This award isn't necessarlily based on "how good of a coach are you" or how many votes can you get. In fact the year Ash won it, I think he place 3rd or 4th in the fan voting. However, I think his service to the school, community, state, and the overall coaching profession is what pushed him over the edge. Also, I think he gave all or at least half of the $50,000 award to the MSU marching band, which I thought was cool.

The Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award recognizes college football coaches who demonstrate Responsibility, Integrity, Sportsmanship and Excellence both on and off the field. Endorsed by the College Football Hall of Fame and now in its eighth year, the program awards one winning coach from each NCAA division (I-FBS, I-FCS, II, and III) with $50,000 to donate to a charity of their choice, a $20,000 grant to each school's alumni association, and the Coach of the Year trophy.

Fan voting will decide the top 15 coaches from each division that are eligible to become finalists. We will then use our patented, objective scoring model – which is endorsed by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame – to determine ten finalists from Division I-FBS and five finalist coaches from each of the other three divisions, based on the criteria below.

RESPONSIBILITY
Coaches aren't just leaders of their team, but also leaders in their community. They give back to their schools and communities that cheer on their teams every week.
INTEGRITY
Knowing how to win the right way. The best coaches refuse to bend or break the rules to keep their teams on top and require the same from their players.
SPORTSMANSHIP
The best coaches conduct themselves in an honorable way on and off the field. By treating their players, opposing coaches and the media with respect, they set an example for everyone to follow.
EXCELLENCE
Wins and losses aren't the only measure of excellence. It's also about encouraging student-athletes to excel in the classroom so they be successful in anything they pursue when their playing days are done.
ON THE FIELD
Wins, penalties, and year-over-year improvements are among the measures of on-field excellence by the coach, his staff, and his team.
OFF THE FIELD
The coach's commitment to education is measured by academic progress rate (APR) scores for FBS and FCS schools and success at producing Academic All-Americans for Divisions II and III.

Not saying Delaney doesn't meet these criteria, I'm sure he does. Just reminding fans there's more to this competition than fan voting and win/loss record.

 

[mtgriz]

This award isn't necessarlily based on "how good of a coach are you" or how many votes can you get. In fact the year Ash won it, I think he place 3rd or 4th in the fan voting. However, I think his service to the school, community, state, and the overall coaching profession is what pushed him over the edge. Also, I think he gave all or at least half of the $50,000 award to the MSU marching band, which I thought was cool.

The Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award recognizes college football coaches who demonstrate Responsibility, Integrity, Sportsmanship and Excellence both on and off the field. Endorsed by the College Football Hall of Fame and now in its eighth year, the program awards one winning coach from each NCAA division (I-FBS, I-FCS, II, and III) with $50,000 to donate to a charity of their choice, a $20,000 grant to each school's alumni association, and the Coach of the Year trophy.

Fan voting will decide the top 15 coaches from each division that are eligible to become finalists. We will then use our patented, objective scoring model – which is endorsed by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame – to determine ten finalists from Division I-FBS and five finalist coaches from each of the other three divisions, based on the criteria below.

RESPONSIBILITY
Coaches aren't just leaders of their team, but also leaders in their community. They give back to their schools and communities that cheer on their teams every week.
INTEGRITY
Knowing how to win the right way. The best coaches refuse to bend or break the rules to keep their teams on top and require the same from their players.
SPORTSMANSHIP
The best coaches conduct themselves in an honorable way on and off the field. By treating their players, opposing coaches and the media with respect, they set an example for everyone to follow.
EXCELLENCE
Wins and losses aren't the only measure of excellence. It's also about encouraging student-athletes to excel in the classroom so they be successful in anything they pursue when their playing days are done.
ON THE FIELD
Wins, penalties, and year-over-year improvements are among the measures of on-field excellence by the coach, his staff, and his team.
OFF THE FIELD
The coach's commitment to education is measured by academic progress rate (APR) scores for FBS and FCS schools and success at producing Academic All-Americans for Divisions II and III.

Not saying Delaney doesn't meet these criteria, I'm sure he does. Just reminding fans there's more to this competition than fan voting and win/loss record.

Thanks, based on this additional information I will cast a vote for Mick Delaney. It seems to me that what he did stepping into the breach last year would be a highly qualifying criteria to be considered.

 

[BWahlberg]

This award isn't necessarlily based on "how good of a coach are you" or how many votes can you get. In fact the year Ash won it, I think he place 3rd or 4th in the fan voting. However, I think his service to the school, community, state, and the overall coaching profession is what pushed him over the edge. Also, I think he gave all or at least half of the $50,000 award to the MSU marching band, which I thought was cool.

The Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award recognizes college football coaches who demonstrate Responsibility, Integrity, Sportsmanship and Excellence both on and off the field. Endorsed by the College Football Hall of Fame and now in its eighth year, the program awards one winning coach from each NCAA division (I-FBS, I-FCS, II, and III) with $50,000 to donate to a charity of their choice, a $20,000 grant to each school's alumni association, and the Coach of the Year trophy.

Fan voting will decide the top 15 coaches from each division that are eligible to become finalists. We will then use our patented, objective scoring model – which is endorsed by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame – to determine ten finalists from Division I-FBS and five finalist coaches from each of the other three divisions, based on the criteria below.

RESPONSIBILITY
Coaches aren't just leaders of their team, but also leaders in their community. They give back to their schools and communities that cheer on their teams every week.
INTEGRITY
Knowing how to win the right way. The best coaches refuse to bend or break the rules to keep their teams on top and require the same from their players.
SPORTSMANSHIP
The best coaches conduct themselves in an honorable way on and off the field. By treating their players, opposing coaches and the media with respect, they set an example for everyone to follow.
EXCELLENCE
Wins and losses aren't the only measure of excellence. It's also about encouraging student-athletes to excel in the classroom so they be successful in anything they pursue when their playing days are done.
ON THE FIELD
Wins, penalties, and year-over-year improvements are among the measures of on-field excellence by the coach, his staff, and his team.
OFF THE FIELD
The coach's commitment to education is measured by academic progress rate (APR) scores for FBS and FCS schools and success at producing Academic All-Americans for Divisions II and III.

Not saying Delaney doesn't meet these criteria, I'm sure he does. Just reminding fans there's more to this competition than fan voting and win/loss record.

Solid stuff, thanks for sharing!

 

[Grizbacker1]

Neither one is National Coach of the Year material. Of course, this online voting is on par with reality shows that are not reality. When the coaches and athletic directors are placed in charge of naming the Coach of the Year then it might actually have some merit.

 

[Bluenoser]

I understand supporting our guy, but this and the mascot challenge and dancing with the stars etc. are all simply popularity contests.

Recognition among your peers is what is really important.

I liked the Monte vs. Victor E. Viking Challenge of '02: