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Geez, talk about whistling through the graveyard. 

Some of you guys thinking a coach worth his salt like Bryce might not at least CONSIDER leaving the bright lights of Valparaiso, IN for the balmy environs of the 46th-largest city in America are delusional.

And, equating the AAC to the Horizon League is simply comical.  Look at the top five teams in that league this season:  UConn, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, and SMU.  Who finished at the top of the Horizon this year: some commuter school in Michigan?

For the record, Tulsa is going to pay somewhere between $750,000 to $1 million a year for their next coach.  How is Valpo going to counter that offer?  By playing the "Bryce-please-don't-deprive-your-parents-of-their-grandbaby!" card?  Classic!! 

NOT EVERY COACH IS A LIFER LIKE HOMER DREW. 

MOST ARE MORE LIKE SCOTT DREW. 

COACHES MOVE ON TO OTHER JOBS. 

YOUR NEXT COACH WILL LEAVE FOR ANOTHER JOB SOME DAY, TOO. 

THAT'S LIFE IN COLLEGE BASKETBALL - DEAL WITH IT.

Thanks for a good chuckle....the Horizon League is not the Southland.

LOL - it ain't the Horizon League anymore, either:  it's the Mid-Con, circa 1993.

Just remember, friends, these are the same sorts of responses I got the last time I visited, reporting that Bryce Drew was a finalist for the vacant University of Tulsa job.

Which, in hindsight, was true.

So, when the conference dominoes begin their annual tumble in June, just remember:  you heard it here first...

[Valpo]

Merry Christmas, friends and neighbors - remember me? 

Can't believe my login still works; guess the statute of limitations ran out... 

So, riddle me this:  why has ORU's abrupt and inexplicable return to the Summit League next season somehow sparked a festering rumor from visitors to the Golden Eagle message board that Valpo (yes, Valpo) may also be entertaining a possible return to the former Mid-Continent Conference?

Could this be true?  And, if so; why???

From Chris Dortch, Editor of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook in Chattanooga, via Twitter:

"Word is Bryce Drew to Miss St is a done deal. Good move."

Looks like Eaglebackr deserves an apology from some people

Apology accepted.

StlVUfan:  if you will turn in your hymnal to Page 4 of this thread, you will see I said "reportedly", not "reported".  HUGE difference in meaning.

And, Sparty:  nice to see you join the fray AFTER my exit.  You remind me of the guy who acts like he wants to fight, while posturing behind the guys "holding him back".

Well, I'm right here, sport:  big butt to the door, looking you right in the eye.  "You want a piece of me?  YOU GOT IT!!"

You guys crack me up.

Latest rumor, via Al Jerkins on 'The Sports Animal" sports talk radio in Tulsa:  Bryce is the recommendation of the professional search firm hired by TU a couple of weeks ago.

It was thought all weekend that Bryce would interview Monday, but apparently that didn't happen for some reason - no one seems to know if that's because he isn't/never was interested, or if TU has simply decided to go another direction.

Danny Manning, assistant at Kansas, seems to be gathering some traction, and Bryce's name isn't coming up near as much now as it was a few days ago, so it looks pretty good for you guys keeping your coach.

Meanwhile, ORU's Scott Sutton is now being mentioned for the vacated Kansas State job, so I'm off to irritate some Wildcats on their message board.

Peace...

*sigh*

I wasn't expecting a ticker-tape parade, but come on - "a troll"? 

I HAVEN'T BEEN ON HERE IN YEARS!!

I didn't even know you had switched forum providers - was really wondering why no one had posted on the old board since 2010 or whenever it was.

But, hey - that's fine.  It's all good.  Just wondered what you guys might happen to know about the topic; never dreamed it would be breaking news on here.

If I hear anything else about Bryce coming to Tulsa, I guess I'll just save it for Twitter...

EB: a direct link to a specific article reporting that he is interviewing with TU, not a google summary.  I'm not spending meaningful minutes in my day chasing down your wild goose chase.

Oh. My. Gosh.

That was a joke.

Because I'M "not spending meaningful minutes in my day chasing down" the future of YOUR basketball coach.

I'm just trying to figure out where Bryce Drew ranks in the TU search, in hopes of determining whether ORU might lose Scott Sutton to our inter-city rival.

Based on what I found (or more accurately, DIDN'T find) on your forum this morning, you might not have even known about Bryce-to-Tulsa by now if I hadn't told you.

As for the rest, you're on your own.

Reported where?  Link please. And no, I don't miss you one bit.

Here ya go, StlVUFan - always gratifying to have someone ask me a favor while they put me down in the same breath:

Everything You Need To Know About The Bryce-Drew-To-Tulsa Rumor 

You need five posts. Then you can posts links. Go ahead and find something else you could comment on on this board. Sounds like giving advice to the mouse to peak out at the cat.

Gee - thanks.

And, THAT is how you catch Capone post No. 5.

Reported where?  Link please. And no, I don't miss you one bit.

I would, but when I try, your forum keeps telling me I'm not allowed to post external links.
Maybe it's afraid I might send you to some website that lists Valpo's 0-3 record against the Summit League this past season...

...then can someone please tell me why he is reportedly meeting with TU officials today? 

Everyone seems to be in agreement that the only reason he hasn't already interviewed with Tulsa is simply because he's been with the extended family in Atlanta, where Scott's Baylor bunch was playing.

Is he just curious what TU might offer?  Or, is he trying to get a bump in salary from Valpo?

[Scott]

Hey, kids - miss me?? Rumors running hot and heavy around town that Bryce Drew is high on the short list for the vacant University of Tulsa job, and may be interviewing today.  Others who are considered serious prospects include ORU head coach Scott Sutton, Kansas assistant Danny Manning, and University of Central Oklahoma head coach Terry Evans. What say ye:  Would Bryce be willing to take the job, for somewhere around 400K a year?

I'd fall off my chair.  I'd say no chance was the only chance.  Seems like a lateral move and not that much more money.  After we make it to the Sweet Sixteen next year, his options will increase dramatically.    And backr, how do you feel about the step down in conferences?  Seems like a sure 15 seed to me...

ORU has been trying to get into a Texas-based conference for over 40 years.  I don't care who we're playing - I'm just glad I don't have to drive to South Dakota for our conference tournament with snow chains on my car.

Within five years, the teams in the Southland will throw every available resource into their athletic programs, just to complete with ORU.  If there's one thing I've learned over the years, it's that NOBODY likes losing to li'l ol' Oral Roberts.  Sure fire way to get your coach fired, and your alumni to donate.

Back on topic:  is there a price tag at which Bryce would take the job?  TU fans are all agog, and seem to think he's the second coming...of Scott Drew.

Hey, kids - miss me??

Rumors running hot and heavy around town that Bryce Drew is high on the short list for the vacant University of Tulsa job, and may be interviewing today.  Others who are considered serious prospects include ORU head coach Scott Sutton, Kansas assistant Danny Manning, and University of Central Oklahoma head coach Terry Evans.

What say ye:  Would Bryce be willing to take the job, for somewhere around 400K a year?