What fast2home says is true. I did express my interest in the head coaching position. I spent the last two years there and know the kids and parents well. I accomplished the goals set by the administration, last year under some trying circumstances, and believe had the respect of everyone associated with my team. I was told that CCHS prefers to fill the open teaching position with someone that knows softball (conversely, fill the softball position with a teacher); the same policy they had last year when they ousted Coach Donnelly and did not interview me.
I do very much appreciate the support shown to me on this board and others. It's really a nice feeling. Let's keep in mind that CCHS, like other schools and businesses, has their way of doing things, and though we in the peanut gallery may not agree, they believe it is in their best interests. As a softball coach and interested party, I'm not seeing where the kids benefit from this, but then I am not being asked to. Central Catholic is a good school filled with great kids and caring teachers and staff. I wish my former players nothing but the very best. They all have great futures ahead of them and will be great successes in life.
As for me, fast, what's my third option? I have been offered JV jobs at two very fine programs and I very much appreciate the patience they've shown while I pursued the CCHS job. I'll be making my decision shortly.