I would like to put my two cents in.

[namy70]

My name is Jacob Namynanik. I played football at liberty during the 2000 season Karchers first year. I was recruited by Rutigliano's staff. The reason I am no longer at liberty is because of Karcher. While I was there he never once approached me on a personal level to see how I was. He would often times ignore me in the halls while I was going to class. I know it was his first year and I heard he improved is communication skills with the players. ( speak to Dave Williams now and again) But as a strong christian my self I could not respect him as a man while I was there. He never practiced what he was preaching. He certainly wasn't helping me know who I was in Christ. He never would tell anyone good job I never felt good enough he was never approachable or acted like he genuinely cared about me. I did not need a best friend as a coach just someone who respected that I was busting my tail for them. I was not recruited by him so he thought I was trash. Ok sorry but I have not spoken to anyone about this because he was still affiliated with the program and I respect LU to much to do so.

Ok now for my opinion of what LU needs as a coach. Liberty needs a coach that has been a consistent winner as a coach in 1a or higher. They need to practice what they preach and show christ love in there daily walk. Dave Williams for example would be a perfect candidate to show how a coach should behave toward his players. There needs to be a coach who can win on the field and develop the lives of his players. To be a team that plays for each other must be taught that from the top that coach must show the kids how to care for one another. The coach must show his love for the game and the players. That is how you will win on the field. I am an FSU fan both parents went there. Bobby Bowden built his dynasty by showing christ love for people and being passionate about football. What better place to find a coach like him than at Liberty Universtity.

[PAmedic]

welcome aboard and thanks for registering.

sounds like this was a cathartic outburst for you- let it all out, man!

anyway- don't be a stranger.

[Sly Fox]

I echo PAmedic's sentiments in welcoming you to the board. While I don't see much point in general with dredging up the past as far as Karcher is concerned, if its therapeutic and doesn't step over the boundaries into an ad hominen attack then help yourself. But understand that folks can have completely different experiences with the same man and people are not always as they appear.

As for a new coach, there have been scores of solid options laid out on this board. I'm curious to see what choice Jerry finally makes.

[baldspot]

LU certainly did hit a home run with Dave Williams. Let's hope the next coach can be just as good a hire. Personally and professionally.

[Thanks]

I did need to let that out sorry. I do wish Karcher the best and I hope that he does find success somewhere else. I am excited to see who the new staff is and excited for where liberty football is headed. The potentiial is there for this to be a very successful football program.

[PAmedic]

I am excited to see who the new staff is and excited for where liberty football is headed. The potentiial is there for this to be a very successful football program.

you have a LOT of agreement on that sentiment!