Six Hires That May Not Turn Out So Well

Rob Dauster produces another one of those lists that certainly will draw hits (we love our lists) but really requires much more detailed drilling down and explanations. Such as this selection:

SIX HIRES THAT MAY NOT TURN OUT SO WELL

...Dave Wojcik, San Jose State: The Mountain West has been one of the deepest conferences in the country the last few years, and they’ve only gotten better with the additions of Fresno State, Nevada and Utah State. Wojcik will be starting at the bottom, which is never easy. At least he has a cool court."

There's no need for Pollyanish embellishment here -- it is a very, very tough job. That cannot be denied.

But now the SJSU coach can recruit a roster of out-of-state prospects if need be and that certainly deserves a mention. Coach Wojcik has a set of very solid assistants, ones that will move on and up come the future. Plus, the team will play harder than ever before.

What bears watching is can this coaching staff develop talent? SJSU is going nowhere unless that element is rolling.

Wins will certainly be hard to come by, especially in the first few seasons. But the Spartan inclusion here at a minimum deserves a more comprehensive analysis.