Monday, September 06, 2004
What's the Matta
with Bowling Green?Nothing. Ron Lewis, the Falcons' leading scorer last year, just announced his intent to transfer to Ohio State. A coup for new coach Thad Matta and, according to the Bowling Green News, a matter of admirable "conviction and character" for Lewis, an NBA hopeful, and coach Dan Dakich. The local paper also praised Dakich for sticking to his guns rather than acquiesce to Lewis' request to play point guard. (Though the Toledo Blade's John Harris criticized Dan for his rigidity, suggesting coaches at mid-major programs ought to adjust to star players' demands).
Which leaves me more than a bit surprised. It's not often a team's best player leaves on amicable terms with his coach.
