I’m here to give Underwood credit and say I was mostly wrong (sort of) about whether he would turn around the program. He’s far exceeded his first contract expectations. I do think he’s been incredibly lucky. I’m not sure he’s a Final Four favorite if not for Covid.
There were some unforeseen things that worked out to his advantage. Ayo staying 3 years, Kofi essentially emerging as the best true big our program has ever had (anyone who said they saw that coming was just being an optimistic homer). Curbelo is something else. Did Antigua deliver bother Kofi and Curbelo? If so, give him the co-MVC
Regardless of how we got here, Underwood has far exceeded my expectations to this point and for that he deserves my (mostly) mea culpa. This team has grown before our very eyes and has been a joy to watch. Not sure anyone can beat Gonzaga, but I sure hope they get a chance.
I’m also pleased there’s been no embarrassing PR lately. And having said all of the above, I’d still rather have Shaka Smart. Even if it has taken him a while to find real success at Texas.
If that’s not a Tempo style Pat on the back to Underwood, what is?!
Good job Coach U.