Tue 12 Aug 2008
Down to Three
Posted by Gary Harding under Booster Club , Cool A-C League , Islanders 08-09No Comments
Paul Maurice
Bob Hartley
Scott Gordon
The final three… Will it resemble a final round of a Miss America Competition, where one answer to one question will give the finalist a chance to win…
My question to each candidate:
1. Maurice. Paul - what motivation tools will you use to get the youngsters going, when it seems that they are struggling with their play?
2. Hartley. Bob, there are times that you have seem to be down on the younger talent. What makes us think that you will not go back to that same attitude that seemed to be your undoing in Atlanta?
3. Gordon. Scott, we know your experience with the young talent; what do you see yourself doing to get the older talent to get moving in your direction?
Look - I am not Bert Parks, but hey - it’s a start.
I still look for Hartley. I am just of the opinion that brining up people to their first NHL coaching job, is enough. I want someone with experience. I know that Hartley is not the best with the youngins, but I think he can be. The relationship with coach and GM is a paramount, and Garth does have it with Bob.
well - that is my hope.
I came back from the NHL Booster Club Convention in Chicago. It was a great time! The five crazy women that ran this whole show, did a tremendous job, and deserve all the kudos.
No other news to report….
