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Grant, Edwards interview for vacancy; Slocumb to visit today
By justin smolkovich
Before a packed room of media, head basketball coach of Southern University Michael Grant spoke confidently of his abilities and what needs to be done at Youngstown State University.
Grant, who is one of three finalists up for the vacant head coaching position, was unabashed in his feelings toward YSU.
"I cannot put it any simpler: I want this job," Grant said.
Being the first to interview for the job was a welcome relief to Grant who said his energy set the bar high for the others to follow.
"I am glad I went first, I want the others to match my intensity," Grant said.
Grant, who is 42-years-old and has been coaching for 22 years, said he believes with his knowledge, enthusiasm and expertise in Ohio recruiting, the Penguins' basketball team can once again return to the glory days.
Grant, who is the head coach of the Jaguars, previously held the position of head basketball coach at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio, said recruiting is the key to any winning program. Grant also believes he can sell the university to any player and is confident in his ability to get top talent to play in Beeghly Center.
"The bottom line is players," Grant said. "I think I can recruit with anyone in the country."
"I think, I know I can sell Youngstown State University."
Grant has been placed in the position of rebuilding programs twice before at both Central State and Southern, and said turning around programs is his specialty.
"I am a rebuilder," Grant said. "I take a lot of pride in my job."
In his first year at Southern, the Jaguars recorded double digits in wins for the first time since the 1999-2000 campaign.
Another aspect of the game Grant hopes to improve on pending his hire is the amount of wins at Beeghly Center.
"Going five of 10 is not acceptable. It is very important to win at home," Grant said.
If nothing else, Grant a Cleveland native, believes attendance will go up with his hire.
"I think attendance will go up at least 100 with just my family members alone."
While Grant proved to be full of explosive energy, Wednesday's interview with Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Gary Edwards was more relaxed and cool.
http://www.thejambar.com/news/2005/...r.Vacancy.Slocumb.To.Visit.Today-914930.shtml
By justin smolkovich
Before a packed room of media, head basketball coach of Southern University Michael Grant spoke confidently of his abilities and what needs to be done at Youngstown State University.
Grant, who is one of three finalists up for the vacant head coaching position, was unabashed in his feelings toward YSU.
"I cannot put it any simpler: I want this job," Grant said.
Being the first to interview for the job was a welcome relief to Grant who said his energy set the bar high for the others to follow.
"I am glad I went first, I want the others to match my intensity," Grant said.
Grant, who is 42-years-old and has been coaching for 22 years, said he believes with his knowledge, enthusiasm and expertise in Ohio recruiting, the Penguins' basketball team can once again return to the glory days.
Grant, who is the head coach of the Jaguars, previously held the position of head basketball coach at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio, said recruiting is the key to any winning program. Grant also believes he can sell the university to any player and is confident in his ability to get top talent to play in Beeghly Center.
"The bottom line is players," Grant said. "I think I can recruit with anyone in the country."
"I think, I know I can sell Youngstown State University."
Grant has been placed in the position of rebuilding programs twice before at both Central State and Southern, and said turning around programs is his specialty.
"I am a rebuilder," Grant said. "I take a lot of pride in my job."
In his first year at Southern, the Jaguars recorded double digits in wins for the first time since the 1999-2000 campaign.
Another aspect of the game Grant hopes to improve on pending his hire is the amount of wins at Beeghly Center.
"Going five of 10 is not acceptable. It is very important to win at home," Grant said.
If nothing else, Grant a Cleveland native, believes attendance will go up with his hire.
"I think attendance will go up at least 100 with just my family members alone."
While Grant proved to be full of explosive energy, Wednesday's interview with Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Gary Edwards was more relaxed and cool.
http://www.thejambar.com/news/2005/...r.Vacancy.Slocumb.To.Visit.Today-914930.shtml
