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| Reggie Dunlop |
Posted - 09/02/2014 : 11:27:04 AM
Is there any scuttlebutt on who might be the new assistant to help out Matt? I thought there may have been an announcement at Friday's event. I'd imagine there has to be an offer on the table to someone at this point. |
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| PsychFan |
Posted - 09/16/2014 : 11:33:16 AM
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Originally posted by Reggie Dunlop
It's a developmental league, so everyone is learning on the job. However, I do find it somewhat peculiar that they're pairing a rookie head coach with an assistant that has zero coaching experience. It seems like they may have wanted to get someone with a modicum of experience at some level.
On the positive side, maybe the players can really relate to Cam since he's not far removed from his playing days.
I'm curious why you think that they would be hell bent on getting an assistant with experience? At this level, most assistant's come in immediately after their playing days are over. Can you name me one that has gone from one assistant's job to another in the ECHL? Probably can't. If so, it'd be a rare occurrence. Look, I'm all for having experience behind the bench. But I wouldn't be surprised if this move was made after careful consideration and multiple candidate interviews. You even said it - the ECHL is a DEVELOPMENTAL league. Essentially an entry level job. Why would you expect an assistant coach to have that much prior experience post-playing? SMH |
| Reggie Dunlop |
Posted - 09/16/2014 : 11:08:49 AM
It's a developmental league, so everyone is learning on the job. However, I do find it somewhat peculiar that they're pairing a rookie head coach with an assistant that has zero coaching experience. It seems like they may have wanted to get someone with a modicum of experience at some level.
On the positive side, maybe the players can really relate to Cam since he's not far removed from his playing days. |
| bags |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 7:36:06 PM
All I'm saying is I hope the new coaching tandem can make some needed
adjustments to get the power play going. Our home effort has to be near
the bottom of the league and many times we don't even get a quality shot
on goal during the advantage. For this reason, maybe someone from the "west"
ECHL will bring some new ideas to the mix.
Yes I will agree these last 8 years have been great, but a glaring weakness
needs to be addressed. |
| dbc |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 4:36:45 PM
Just reviewing the league stats from last year and discovered that the Cyclones led the league in goals--even more goals than Alaska, and also had the fewest penalty minutes. That is a strange mix of accomplishments. Even with those stats, they finished 17th in both PP and PK efficiencies. |
| PsychFan |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 12:48:50 PM
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Originally posted by bags
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Originally posted by PsychFan
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Originally posted by bags
First year head coach with first time assistant coach sounds a little
scary but I like the idea of some new ideas in the mix. Biggest problem
seems like forever is no real power play. 2008 may be the last time we
had one worth talking about !
You're right. The power play (or admittedly a lack thereof) has been such a detriment to our success. A conference title, 2 conference finals appearances, and a division title. Hmmm. Way to see the big picture, though.
Your right-no need to worry about a little item like the power play
in hockey. If not for a goaltender playing almost at NHL level last
year, we probably get eliminated in the first round. That's why I do
like the "new blood" of Cam Keith to the mix and maybe some new ideas
on some of our weaknesses-like the power play !
No doubt Madore was the MVP. But to assume that team would have been out in the first round without him is silly. Oh, and I guess that they've had NHL caliber goaltending each of the last three years then. Hmmm. Either way, we are in agreement that the PP needs to be better. |
| bags |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 12:17:54 PM
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Originally posted by PsychFan
quote:
Originally posted by bags
First year head coach with first time assistant coach sounds a little
scary but I like the idea of some new ideas in the mix. Biggest problem
seems like forever is no real power play. 2008 may be the last time we
had one worth talking about !
You're right. The power play (or admittedly a lack thereof) has been such a detriment to our success. A conference title, 2 conference finals appearances, and a division title. Hmmm. Way to see the big picture, though.
Your right-no need to worry about a little item like the power play
in hockey. If not for a goaltender playing almost at NHL level last
year, we probably get eliminated in the first round. That's why I do
like the "new blood" of Cam Keith to the mix and maybe some new ideas
on some of our weaknesses-like the power play ! |
| PsychFan |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 11:48:28 AM
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Originally posted by dbc
Sorry Donnie I don't agree. There is always a connection with either the head coach, the organization, or management especially if it is someone new to coaching. In some cases--and it could be the case here--it is a recommendation from a third party who has a connection with both sides. For example it could have come from one of our three previous head coaches who might have a history with him. I can't imagine any team in any sport hiring an assistant with no coaching experience without a connection to someone who judgement they trust and respect. Otherwise they might as well just put an ad in the newspaper
In any event, 33 days and counting
Please tell me you don't really think that management would hire someone (assistant or otherwise) without doing their due diligence. Hockey is a small community. Whether or not there is a direct connection is irrelevant. I'd bet that MacDonald had plenty of discussion with his connections to make the decision. |
| PsychFan |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 11:44:59 AM
quote:
Originally posted by bags
First year head coach with first time assistant coach sounds a little
scary but I like the idea of some new ideas in the mix. Biggest problem
seems like forever is no real power play. 2008 may be the last time we
had one worth talking about !
You're right. The power play (or admittedly a lack thereof) has been such a detriment to our success. A conference title, 2 conference finals appearances, and a division title. Hmmm. Way to see the big picture, though. |
| Puckhead60 |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 09:40:53 AM
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Originally posted by dbc
Seems to be a strange choice. He has no experience as a coach, no history with the Cyclones, and I can't find any history of him playing with Matt. At least one of these connections is almost always there. Not saying it was a good choice or a bad choice but just a strange one
Could be someone's nephew... |
| bags |
Posted - 09/15/2014 : 07:57:52 AM
First year head coach with first time assistant coach sounds a little
scary but I like the idea of some new ideas in the mix. Biggest problem
seems like forever is no real power play. 2008 may be the last time we
had one worth talking about ! |
| dbc |
Posted - 09/14/2014 : 7:22:23 PM
Sorry Donnie I don't agree. There is always a connection with either the head coach, the organization, or management especially if it is someone new to coaching. In some cases--and it could be the case here--it is a recommendation from a third party who has a connection with both sides. For example it could have come from one of our three previous head coaches who might have a history with him. I can't imagine any team in any sport hiring an assistant with no coaching experience without a connection to someone who judgement they trust and respect. Otherwise they might as well just put an ad in the newspaper
In any event, 33 days and counting
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| Donnie Hockey |
Posted - 09/13/2014 : 10:35:40 AM
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Originally posted by dbc
Seems to be a strange choice. He has no experience as a coach, no history with the Cyclones, and I can't find any history of him playing with Matt. At least one of these connections is almost always there. Not saying it was a good choice or a bad choice but just a strange one
Every coach starts somewhere with their first coaching job. For Cam Keith, he gets his first coaching experience in Cincinnati. There isn't always a connection needed when you're looking to hire the best possible people.
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| cycfan |
Posted - 09/12/2014 : 11:37:44 AM
He's an experienced hockey guy who knows how to win, because he's done it. And he comes with a lot of AHL experience and from a good ECHL organization.
He'll learn about coaching from Matt. That's why he's an assistant. |
| dbc |
Posted - 09/11/2014 : 7:05:33 PM
Seems to be a strange choice. He has no experience as a coach, no history with the Cyclones, and I can't find any history of him playing with Matt. At least one of these connections is almost always there. Not saying it was a good choice or a bad choice but just a strange one |
| PsychFan |
Posted - 09/11/2014 : 3:52:24 PM
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Originally posted by elvis77
Matt MacDonald will likely have to perform as both head and assistant coach. After highering a marketing firm to have an intern call the Carolina Hurricanes to acquire one of their rejected logos there's probably not enough in the budget to allow Matt an assistant.
Good call, tips.
http://cycloneshockey.com/news/2014/09/cam-keith-assistant-coach |
