[pirateforlife]

I do believe the folks putting out the feelers and controlling much of this search have the right intentions. I know the haters and trolls aren't going to agree with me, but many are assuming and people on the outside are taking the bait. A LOT of what's being posted is far from truth.

Whether some want to believe things or not is up to them. I do know Jordan Ray was taking the job until GRC promoted him and gave him a raise. I do know Sullivan was close to accepting as well. They put their eggs in those two baskets and it didn't work out. I also know Burchett expressed interest as well as Letton.

I don't know what the plans are now. I know for a fact that they don't want to just settle for anyone. They'll continue to put out feelers and make phone calls to see who might be interested. I know also they've been upfront with potential coaches about some of the problems at Prestonsburg over the last several seasons, the lack of discipline being one of the biggest. So that tells me they want someone who can come in and command a room, demand respect, and discipline. Which leads me to this....

John Derossett...

Honestly I'd take him back. He could restore a lot that's been lost. But I don't know how the county board would feel about it or some in the community. The man can flat out coach and he can get the most out of his teams. No one can deny that. It'd be great if things could get worked out between the parties involved and they could all just bite the bullet and do what's best for the program and the kids. The man is a Blackcat and is the winningest coach in Prestonsburg history. It should be considered. If parents threaten transfer, let them. You can't make everyone happy. Loyal & True needs to matter again.

Prestonsburg does have high expectations and high standards, a lot of the parents of the middle school and high school players grew up in the 90s and 00s. They want their kids to have the same experience they had when the entire community was behind the football program. I get that. Do I think expectations and standards need to be lowered? I do. I've discussed that with many around the program. But in todays world, it's near impossible to change many folks minds.

I don't know who the next hire might be, but the ones in charge of this hiring process have to do what's best for the program, school, and the kids. Success won't be found around trying to please everyone, because that's impossible. I'm hoping for the best and I'll support whoever the next hire is 100% just like I supported Brewer.

I think Derossett would laugh in their face if they asked him to come back after how he was let go. I bet he is sitting back laughing at what’s happened since he’s left