John Calipari Offered The NC State Job

[Hoggy Bear]

http://www.wral.com/news/8579113/detail.html

Ya'' think Willie Kemp will ask for a release and we get a shot at him if Calipari leaves?  That is, if Ramar or Patrick Beverley both don't sign with us?

[zwhogfan]

Calipari has a pretty nice setup at Memphis. I imagine he can get them to up his base salary a good bit. I just don't see him leaving to coach the third best team in NC.

[HogHeathen]

good, get him as far away from Arkansas as possible!

[Salvaboar Dali]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

[MBAHog]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

[WilsonHog]

We should take a lesson from NC State. Other than the David Thompson years and the Jim Valvano years, they haven't exactly been a basketball power. Yet when Herb Sendek took the Arizona State job the AD at NC State decided to go after John Calipari.  None of this "Hey, maybe we can get the coach from Creighton," or "Aw, THAT guy would never come to Raleigh. We'd better be more reasonable."

Nice job, NC State. You may not get Calipari, but at least you had the stones to go after him. 

[Salvaboar Dali]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

[CarolinaHog1176]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

[Salvaboar Dali]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

I didn't say it wasn't nice, I said it was podunk meaning less populated and less to do.  He will be working at the "thing to do" in Raleigh.

[big boes]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

memphis is a s---hole.  i'd rather die in raleigh than live in memphis. 

[Salvaboar Dali]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

memphis is a s---hole.  i'd rather die in raleigh than live in memphis. 

Personally, so would I. However, Calipari has access to the upper crust things that we lack. Memphis has more opportunity for someone of his means than Raleigh, IMO.

[MBAHog]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

memphis is a s---hole.  i'd rather die in raleigh than live in memphis. 

Personally, so would I. However, Calipari has access to the upper crust things that we lack. Memphis has more opportunity for someone of his means than Raleigh, IMO.

Just admit that you've never been to Raleigh.

[Salvaboar Dali]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

memphis is a s---hole.  i'd rather die in raleigh than live in memphis. 

Personally, so would I. However, Calipari has access to the upper crust things that we lack. Memphis has more opportunity for someone of his means than Raleigh, IMO.

Just admit that you've never been to Raleigh.

Actually, I have. 2004 for a Job Interview with (gasp) NC State.

[mtownhog]

I live in Memphis and can assure you theres no way hes leaving for NC state

[Hog in MO]

There is no way he picks to leave memphis for podunk. He is a city boy and Memphis is really too country for his taste.

Really?  you're calling Raleigh, NC podunk?

Compared to Memphis...

you're joking right?  I live right in the middle of raleigh/durham/chapel hill and it's 10 times nicer out here than it's ever been in memphis in all my trips through it.  talk about a trashy place.  I wouldn't actually classify either of them as "podunk," but if I had to pick which one to live in it most definitely wouldn't be memphis

memphis is a s---hole.  i'd rather die in raleigh than live in memphis. 

Personally, so would I. However, Calipari has access to the upper crust things that we lack. Memphis has more opportunity for someone of his means than Raleigh, IMO.

Memphis has an upper crust?  As far as I'm concerened Memphis can keep whatever it has that we lack here in the Ozarks - most of it being crime, poverty and litter.  The only thing worth saving in that trash heap is BB King's and Interstate BBQ. 

[thahawg]

Calipari is not going anywhere.

[Dwight_K_Shrute]

NCST AD to Satan:  Dear Satan,  As promised if you deliver your humble servant John Calipari to us as Head Coach, then you will have not only my soul but that of the entire NC State Athletic department.  Also let it be known that it was agreed that I would be able to take another job and stay one step ahead of the pestilence known as the NCAA once their investigation begins 5 years from now.  Thanks Satan for being such of fan of ACC basketball.  Who Knew.

[bigred7987]

Willie Kemp is going to Memphis regardless of what he does....has to do with his mom and only that. 
Only reason he leaves is to get out of conf. usa but he seems to be doing okay with that...I would be surprised unless he just wants a change. 

[CampuspostmanHOG]

I heard that if America were to get an enema, it would be in Memphis.

[Patch]

There is more to do in Memphis than Raleigh. However, if you eliminate the things that will get you shot, there's more to do in Raleigh than Memphis. Raleigh is a class town. Memphis is ...well not. I've lived in Memphis, and close enough to Raleigh to know that Memphis is crap compared to Raleigh.

[Dwight_K_Shrute]

To me it really comes down to two things.  1.  Barbeque and 2.  Gentlemen's Clubs  everything else is on the periphery.  So I know what Memphis has to offer in both areas but I know nothing about the BBQ or the Gentlemen's clubs in Raleigh.  Anyone with knowledge of both please compare and contrast.  Thank you.

[Salvaboar Dali]

To me it really comes down to two things.  1.  Barbeque and 2.  Gentlemen's Clubs  everything else is on the periphery.  So I know what Memphis has to offer in both areas but I know nothing about the BBQ or the Gentlemen's clubs in Raleigh.  Anyone with knowledge of both please compare and contrast.  Thank you.

BBQ is good, if you like vinegar based sauce. Didn't paruse the strip clubs in Raleigh.

[PigDaddyKane]

There is more to do in Memphis than Raleigh. However, if you eliminate the things that will get you shot, there's more to do in Raleigh than Memphis. Raleigh is a class town. Memphis is ...well not. I've lived in Memphis, and close enough to Raleigh to know that Memphis is crap compared to Raleigh.

+1.  That was funny.

[ejay286]

Well Memphis has some very nice suburban areas such as Cordova, My sister lives there and the only time we ever go into memphis is if we want some good BBQ or soul food.  Other than that we keep out butts in Cordova where its safe, I don't know where Calipari lives but i would imagine its out towards that way.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

[hogfan064]

That hopefully will help us.  Maybe we can get the Memphis area back.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

That hopefully will help us.  Maybe we can get the Memphis area back.

Wonder what Willie Kemp will do if he bolts

[HogBaptist]

man I hate that dude...freaking Billy Donovan wantabe.   

[Tomhog™]

The further away from Arkansas he is, the better...

[HairyHog]

Don't let the door hit you in the a$$. 

[The_Bionic_Pig]

The North Carolina State athletic director was a former asst. @ Memphis.

[SuperHog]

if so, that will open up the memphis job for nolan to take.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

You should here the Memphis guys on Sports 56 saying how stupid he would be to leave the great Conference USA for the ACC when Memphis is well known as a National power...LMAO!!!  sounds like he is having a asthma attack.... Click Me to listen live.

[Theolesnort]

Calipari is a big fish in a small pond at present. With his pursuit of publicity the allure of the ACC may be to much for him to resist. The safe thing is for him is to stay at Memphis.

[Salvaboar Dali]

Calipari is a big fish in a small pond at present. With his pursuit of publicity the allure of the ACC may be to much for him to resist. The safe thing is for him is to stay at Memphis.

NC State is akin to Tennessee in the SEC. Unless you are stuck at a mid-major, you do not want to leave a good job (like Memphis) for a mid-level school in a stron conf. AT Memphis he can recruit AGainst Cincy and teams like UAB. AT NC State, he has to beat NC and Duke. He'll wait until a good Big East team opens.

[mbgrulz]

UNC & Duke challenge the whole nation for recruiting. they are not a regional team. kids want to come their from all over the nation. calipari has connections all over the country and kids know his face. if he comes calling, he can land some big guys. i think the kicker will be wether or not he will want to compete with 2 of the best coaches in the nation. as it is right now, i dont see memphis having any trouble in the conf. usa for a long time. i say calapari gets out of the small pond. and for the record, when did memphis become a good job? last i checked calapari made it into a good job, and it will go south the moment he leaves.

[Salvaboar Dali]

UNC & Duke challenge the whole nation for recruiting. they are not a regional team. kids want to come their from all over the nation. calipari has connections all over the country and kids know his face. if he comes calling, he can land some big guys. i think the kicker will be wether or not he will want to compete with 2 of the best coaches in the nation. as it is right now, i dont see memphis having any trouble in the conf. usa for a long time. i say calapari gets out of the small pond. and for the record, when did memphis become a good job? last i checked calapari made it into a good job, and it will go south the moment he leaves.

But would he go to a conference where he would always be third fiddle? I do not think so.

[mbgrulz]

with an ego like his, he doesnt believe he'll be 3rd fiddle. he thinks he can elevate past duke and UNC.

[Theolesnort]

Calipari is a big fish in a small pond at present. With his pursuit of publicity the allure of the ACC may be to much for him to resist. The safe thing is for him is to stay at Memphis.

NC State is akin to Tennessee in the SEC. Unless you are stuck at a mid-major, you do not want to leave a good job (like Memphis) for a mid-level school in a stron conf. AT Memphis he can recruit AGainst Cincy and teams like UAB. AT NC State, he has to beat NC and Duke. He'll wait until a good Big East team opens.

Yes but with his ego, if he could  succeed at NC State (he thinks) he would be back in the national spotlight again. The guy is a pub hound. Will he be smart or will his ego get the best of him? Stay tuned.

[Kevin]

jason williams once told me that he did not leave his house while playing for the grizzlies. a night life guy like him and he hated memphis. 

ego like those guys have he wants the challenge and exposure the acc gives. the tv contract with espn sures beat conference usa with fox college sports. 

recruiting the top 25 players year in year out.  i wonder what the counter offer will be.

[Tusks]

There's really no comparison between the two....he'll go if he gets the deal he wants.

[mtownhog]

It wouldn't make sense for Calipari to turn down the Indiana head coaching position and then take a job at NC state.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

Just heard it mentioned on the radio air waves!!! and according to ESPN.com Article

[pork and mindy]

I hate Calipari. Everyone should.

[idochog]

I think Calipari will milk this for a nice big raise at Memphis.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

I think Calipari will milk this for a nice big raise at Memphis.

If he does that means Memphis will be paying him    2,000,000 per to keep him around.

[idochog]

I think Calipari will milk this for a nice big raise at Memphis.

If he does that means Memphis will be paying him    2,000,000 per to keep him around.

Well there is some significant donors to the Memphis program: Fedex, Autozone to name a few.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

idohog the commercial appeal now saying the ESPN is wrong and that Calipari is not in North Carolina.

[Dirk Piggler]

Stewie, could Calipari not make room for Kemp at NC State? Sorry, I dont know the finites of NCAA rules and regulations on recruiting.

[The_Bionic_Pig]

FoxSports.com Click Me just reported that he may visit Tonight or Tuesday and if everything goes well he except a lucrative offer and will be announced as their NEW HEAD COACH.   -  merry go round and round huh ...