he needs. That’s part of the premise I’m sort of questioning, this idea we’re not fully invested in basketball. I think that was part of the stipulation upon Pope accepting the job — having full support and means at his disposal to do the best job possible.

If this is not the case then that would be extremely disappointing and a dereliction of duty. However I don’t think that’s the case.

Salary is another issue and due to our church politics can’t be taken care of by the school but can be by boosters who I’d like to think will pony up.