[Eagle Eye]

Tommy McKenzie- In most cases the #1 assistant coach would be the front runner, but in this situation who knows.

Tim Adams- Too deep into administration, too many responsibilities to take on coaching.

Darren Rice- No longer in mix due to being hired by Sheldon Clark.

Mike Castle- Do not think Central will go that far back into history, but again, who knows.

Bart Williams- Has it too good in Pikeville.

Phillip Wireman- I believe that he has a good shot at one or two trips to state while Emily is still playing. That is reason enough to stay with the girls program.

Matthew Perry- Regrets not taking it the first time. Has previously made comments that he knew which grade school he would send his son to so that indicates that he has considered the situation. I believe Perry would walk to JC if offered the job.

Question is, if Perry is offered the job, would McKenzie stay as an assistant?

In my opinion for the good of the JC program we need to one of two people. McKenzie since he has been affiliated with the program the past couple of years and the kids know him and are used to him. Is he qualified we will never know until he gets some experience. However if the administration feels that he is not got enough experience then we need to go after Williams. He has proven at Pikeville that he can coach and gets the most out of his players. Yes he might have it great at Pikeville now but how about in a couple of years when the talent goes down. I think Central will always have talent and compete with anyone. In my opinion Perry should be our last resort. I think we need to get someone with a little eagle pride in them. I feel either Bart or Tommy would do fine. I think both would do a fine job if given the chance.