1) Able to build strong relationships with key stakeholder groups.
2) Adept at public relations, specifically handling the media.
3) Hires excellent coordinators who are well qualified and innovative.
4) Takes responsibility when things go bad. Gives credit to team, fans and stakeholders when things go well.
5) Makes good calls when games are on the line.
6) Creates an atmosphere of discipline and accountability.
7) Plays the best players all of the time.
8) Maintains the standards of the university, the Honor Code and the academics.