Kevin O'Neill

[Kadeezy]

With Lute Olsen back in the mix, any chance we could lure this guy into the fold? It's QUITE a step down after having the interim tag at U of A for this past season, but you never know! :roll:

 

[scfp]

No way. O'Neil has been contractually promised the head coach position once Lute decides to leave for good.

 

[Kadeezy]

No way. O'Neil has been contractually promised the head coach position once Lute decides to leave for good.

It's my understanding that's no longer an option for Kevin. It sounds like he's ready to search elsewhere...

From FoxSports.com...

"While O'Neill has maintained he'll evaluate the situation, numerous sources close to the situation have indicated there is virtually no chance that O'Neill and Olson would be able to co-exist."

 

[SactoHornetAlum]

I think he is way out of our price range. Nice thought, but I think in this case, no dice.

 

[TheMayor]

KO made $750K this year as they bumped his salary up while filling in for Lute. His promise as Lute's successor was verbal only and he most probably won't be returning to Arizona, but still there is no chance. The UA has a press conference set up for him on Wed.

 

[TheMayor]

O'Neil had his press conference today and said he intends to return to Arizona next year but that he is listening to all offers. He's gone.

 

[TheMayor]

Lute Olson announced today that KO will be paid next year but he won't be back with the team. All totaled O'Neil made more than a cool million for his one year at Arizona.