So, will Hubert be reporting to the GM? It seems like college coaches are the CEO and board of directors all in one and the GM is just an overseeing role. Unlike in pro sports where the head coach reports directly to the GM. I can't imagine that Bill Belichick is reporting to Michael Lombardi, for instance.
I also found it interesting during the show, Hubert specifically said they run secondary break on virtually every play that doesn't get a shot up from their primary break. Take that for what you will.
Big picture, it seems like UNC basketball is throwing random stuff at the wall. And what elements of traditional UNC basketball will or will not change. Starting to pick and choose what you're trying to hold on to. For me, kind of dangerous and you risk always being behind. But I understand that there's a large segment of the fanbase that likes UNC for what it has always been.
"We need a director of marketing and fundraising for NIL for program needs, there needs to be a video coordinator with graphics and recruiting coordinator. All those different types of stuff that have to be built out, whether it's from specific hires or grad students. The old model for Carolina Basketball (in terms of staff size) is not sustainable. It has to build out because there are so many things in play with NIL, agents, international players. You need a bigger staff to maintain things and so I can coach basketball."
He was then asked: "Just want to make sure you clarify. When you said the old model of Carolina basketball doesn't work, you're talking about staff-wise?"
Hubert: "I'm talking about staff-wise. Not the foundation at this place. That will never change."
And as others have pointed out, when you're catching up this late, you're really behind. The only hope is they are more progressive in the future and get ahead of the market.
