Jamie Pollard
Jamie Pollard
approach discussing reasonable
I think that's the most reasonable approach when discussing all our programs.
athletic build came chance formula giving guy iowa overall program prove works
It came down to giving a guy from Iowa a chance to prove that his formula works at the big-time level. What's important to me is that we build this overall athletic program the right way.
fans forward great providing scoreboard
We look forward to providing our great fans a scoreboard that actually has the score on it.
chicago few guy kansas lead state
Greg was still in Chicago after interviewing for the Kansas State job. We chatted a few minutes, then I told him that he was the guy to lead us in the future.
absolutely bringing committed hilton magic rising star
Greg McDermott is a rising star in the profession. He's absolutely committed to bringing Hilton Magic back to this building.
believe coach fans floor onto product truly
We need a coach who can put a product onto the floor that our fans can truly believe in.
believes last move program team
He believes in this program in a way that's way off the charts. His last move was to put the Cyclone team first and foremost.
happen
All I will say is that something could happen quickly.
agreed friend home iowa mutual talk
I called Greg to see if we could talk on Sunday. We agreed to do it at a home of a mutual friend in Iowa City.
assure decision
I can assure you that I didn't take this decision lightly.
assure decision
I can assure you I did not take this decision lightly.