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At this point, aren't we the equivalent of BC football? by ndzippy

Similarities:

- Bottom-dweller in a tough conference.

- Very little "local" talent.

- Very little fan support.

- Very little historical success (two CWS appearances ever...and just one in last 50 years).

- Not many active pros (just five grads in MLB right now).

- High-cost institution (big factor considering lack of full scholarships).


Add to that:

- Bad geography for baseball.

- Lots of long trips to conference foes.


Unless we're ready to go BIG on salary, I'm not sure why a proven* coach would want the job.

* I suppose this depends on your definition of "proven". However, if East Carolina coach Cliff Godwin qualifies, I think he's already in a better spot from a resources/support perspective. Should he leave East Carolina, I think he can do better than ND.