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Sources: BSU, Parrish work on separation
By DOUG ZALESKI
Muncie Star-Press
MUNCIE -- Ball State appears ready to pull the plug on the brief Stan Parrish football coaching era.
Parrish just completed the second year of a four-year contract. His salary this season was $350,672.
He is due to receive just over $700,000 to coach the team through the 2012 season.
Parrish's contract has no clause for reassignment within the university. For termination without cause, the contract spells out that the university would "pay to (Parrish), as liquidated damages, an amount equal to (Parrish's) base salary for the remainder of the term of this appointment."
One source told The Star Press that one part of the negotiations between Parrish and the university would allow Parrish to announce his resignation or retirement in exchange for a reduced amount of the $700,000 that remains on his contract.
Two sources told The Star Press that negotiations haven taken place between the coach and university officials this week to determine parameters for a separation.
The sources asked not to be identified because they were not authorized to speak about the situation.
Parrish did not return multiple messages seeking comment on his status.
Cardinals athletic director Tom Collins also did not return a message. Instead, he issued a statement Monday afternoon through the university's communications office. Collins confirmed he met Monday with Parrish, but the statement did not indicate specifics of the discussion.
"At the end of each season for each sport, I sit down with the head coach and discuss the program," Collins' statement read. "That's what Stan and I are doing today (Monday)."
Later Monday evening -- once rumors began to circulate online that Parrish had been fired -- Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications Tony Proudfoot once again reiterated a message from Collins via e-mail that "no personnel action has been taken with coach Parrish."
ESPN.com reported Monday evening that Parrish would not return as Ball State's coach next season.
Parrish conducted his final weekly press conference Monday afternoon. His future with the program was not addressed.
Parrish finished his second season as the Cardinals' head coach Saturday with a 59-21 defeat at home against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
Parrish was promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach in December 2008 after Brady Hoke accepted the head coaching position at San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl. He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year.
The Cardinals have a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
By DOUG ZALESKI
Muncie Star-Press
MUNCIE -- Ball State appears ready to pull the plug on the brief Stan Parrish football coaching era.
Parrish just completed the second year of a four-year contract. His salary this season was $350,672.
He is due to receive just over $700,000 to coach the team through the 2012 season.
Parrish's contract has no clause for reassignment within the university. For termination without cause, the contract spells out that the university would "pay to (Parrish), as liquidated damages, an amount equal to (Parrish's) base salary for the remainder of the term of this appointment."
One source told The Star Press that one part of the negotiations between Parrish and the university would allow Parrish to announce his resignation or retirement in exchange for a reduced amount of the $700,000 that remains on his contract.
Two sources told The Star Press that negotiations haven taken place between the coach and university officials this week to determine parameters for a separation.
The sources asked not to be identified because they were not authorized to speak about the situation.
Parrish did not return multiple messages seeking comment on his status.
Cardinals athletic director Tom Collins also did not return a message. Instead, he issued a statement Monday afternoon through the university's communications office. Collins confirmed he met Monday with Parrish, but the statement did not indicate specifics of the discussion.
"At the end of each season for each sport, I sit down with the head coach and discuss the program," Collins' statement read. "That's what Stan and I are doing today (Monday)."
Later Monday evening -- once rumors began to circulate online that Parrish had been fired -- Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications Tony Proudfoot once again reiterated a message from Collins via e-mail that "no personnel action has been taken with coach Parrish."
ESPN.com reported Monday evening that Parrish would not return as Ball State's coach next season.
Parrish conducted his final weekly press conference Monday afternoon. His future with the program was not addressed.
Parrish finished his second season as the Cardinals' head coach Saturday with a 59-21 defeat at home against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
Parrish was promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach in December 2008 after Brady Hoke accepted the head coaching position at San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl. He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year.
The Cardinals have a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
Wow -- only a 2 year leash in Muncee???
Is it me or have the ISU-M Hoosieroons demonstrated zero patience?
Is it me or have the ISU-M Hoosieroons demonstrated zero patience?
Bally #50
The JSW Level
His hire was a mistake from the get-go. According to BSU friends I have, the guy was NEVER a good fit and although he had some success in the past, his stock had lowered tremendously. Man, it seems that Brady should have been retained and paid accordingly because when he left, they were obviously heading in the right direction. JoAnn Gora will be blamed for this fiasco, you wait. Tom Collins as well. Hate to see it. (NOT)
Had they ponied up and paid Hoke -- how much longer would he have stayed?
Bally #50
The JSW Level
Agree 4Q, but it's back to my old analogy of Big Fish in a small pond or visa versa. You and I are BOTH enjoying the BSU football "fall from grace" but it certainly could have been handled differently. Being 4-8 at a middle tier 1-A school (SDSU) isn't always preferable to being a hero at a school that loves your ass and where you are a hero.
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Not disagreeing -- I'm still wondering about spurrier's departure from UFLA, pitino's from uk, r. williams from kansas, etc, etc
ego, ego, ego
Bally #50
The JSW Level
Big Fish in a small pond could hold true for Sycamore Nation as well at some point, i.e. Trent, Greg and RP! For Rick and Roy at least, the move worked out pretty well however. It doesn't always, i.e. Barry Collier, Steve Alford, Bruce Pearl and well see about Dana Altman.
bent20
The Odum Level
But how hard would it have really been to keep Hoke a while longer? He "moved up" to San Diego State. You could argue that's a lateral move if the pay is equal. If you believe Whitlock, and others, Gora and Collins are the worst thing that ever happened to BSU athletics.
Bally #50
The JSW Level
I have heard Whit often on the subject. The hiring of Stan Parish had more to do with BSU self-destructing than Brady leaving or at least that is my opinion. I have seen an equal amount of people jumping to the promise land and not succeeding as I have those who have succeeded. My gut feeling that Ron Prettyman will be the first to leave us, but I sure hope that everyone sits still for the near future and beyond. I beleive that many good things are happening at Indiana State and I want the momentum to continue as long as it can!
Well, I'd recommend NOT listening to Whitlock; he's as bad as Kravitz, he just has a national podium
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Bally #50
The JSW Level
Like your 15-year old scotch 4Q, here is an acquired taste.
bent20
The Odum Level
I know.
It's official according to the Muncie Star-Press...Breaking News....
BREAKING NEWS: Source confirms BSU fired Stan Parrish today
By DOUG ZALESKI • [email protected] • November 23, 2010
MUNCIE — Ball State fired football coach Stan Parrish today as negotiations to reach a settlement on the final two years of his contract broke down.
A source, who asked not to be identified, told The Star Press the news on the school’s decision was delivered to Parrish shortly after noon today. The source wasn’t authorized to reveal details of the decision.
The Star Press is continuing to seek confirmation on the university’s decision. Messages have been left for athletic director Tom Collins and Parrish.
Parrish had $700,000 remaining on his contract to coach the Cardinals in 2011 and 2012. Negotiations between the university and the second-year coach to reach a settlement on buying out the contract for a reduced amount began Sunday.
When the sides couldn’t agree on the terms, the university fired Parrish, the source said.
Parrish took over the football program in December 2008 after Brady Hoke left to coach San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl in January 2009.
He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year. The Cardinals had a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
He lost his final game 59-21 at home Saturday against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
BREAKING NEWS: Source confirms BSU fired Stan Parrish today
By DOUG ZALESKI • [email protected] • November 23, 2010
MUNCIE — Ball State fired football coach Stan Parrish today as negotiations to reach a settlement on the final two years of his contract broke down.
A source, who asked not to be identified, told The Star Press the news on the school’s decision was delivered to Parrish shortly after noon today. The source wasn’t authorized to reveal details of the decision.
The Star Press is continuing to seek confirmation on the university’s decision. Messages have been left for athletic director Tom Collins and Parrish.
Parrish had $700,000 remaining on his contract to coach the Cardinals in 2011 and 2012. Negotiations between the university and the second-year coach to reach a settlement on buying out the contract for a reduced amount began Sunday.
When the sides couldn’t agree on the terms, the university fired Parrish, the source said.
Parrish took over the football program in December 2008 after Brady Hoke left to coach San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl in January 2009.
He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year. The Cardinals had a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
He lost his final game 59-21 at home Saturday against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
BU player confirms Stan Parrish firing
BREAKING NEWS: Player confirms BSU fired Stan Parrish today
By DOUG ZALESKI • [email protected] • November 23, 2010
MUNCIE — Ball State fired football coach Stan Parrish today as negotiations to reach a settlement on the final two years of his contract broke down, and a player has confirmed that news.
A source, who asked not to be identified, told The Star Press the news on the school’s decision was delivered to Parrish shortly after noon today. The source wasn’t authorized to reveal details of the decision.
Just after 3 p.m., players received messages from position coaches informing them of the news, according to Davyd Jones, a senior outside linebacker who just completed his eligibility.
The Star Press is continuing to seek confirmation on the university’s decision. Messages were left for athletic director Tom Collins and Parrish after 1 p.m. and have not been returned.
Parrish had $700,000 remaining on his contract to coach the Cardinals in 2011 and 2012. Negotiations between the university and the second-year coach to reach a settlement on buying out the contract for a reduced amount began Sunday.
When the sides couldn’t agree on the terms, the university fired Parrish, the source said.
Parrish took over the football program in December 2008 after Brady Hoke left to coach San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl in January 2009.
He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year. The Cardinals had a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
He lost his final game 59-21 at home Saturday against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
BREAKING NEWS: Player confirms BSU fired Stan Parrish today
By DOUG ZALESKI • [email protected] • November 23, 2010
MUNCIE — Ball State fired football coach Stan Parrish today as negotiations to reach a settlement on the final two years of his contract broke down, and a player has confirmed that news.
A source, who asked not to be identified, told The Star Press the news on the school’s decision was delivered to Parrish shortly after noon today. The source wasn’t authorized to reveal details of the decision.
Just after 3 p.m., players received messages from position coaches informing them of the news, according to Davyd Jones, a senior outside linebacker who just completed his eligibility.
The Star Press is continuing to seek confirmation on the university’s decision. Messages were left for athletic director Tom Collins and Parrish after 1 p.m. and have not been returned.
Parrish had $700,000 remaining on his contract to coach the Cardinals in 2011 and 2012. Negotiations between the university and the second-year coach to reach a settlement on buying out the contract for a reduced amount began Sunday.
When the sides couldn’t agree on the terms, the university fired Parrish, the source said.
Parrish took over the football program in December 2008 after Brady Hoke left to coach San Diego State. Parrish coached the nationally ranked Cardinals in a 45-13 loss to Tulsa in the GMAC Bowl in January 2009.
He followed by leading Ball State to a 2-10 record in 2009 and 4-8 this year. The Cardinals had a 5-11 record in Mid-American Conference games under Parrish.
He lost his final game 59-21 at home Saturday against Northern Illinois. The rout represented the highest point total ever allowed by the Cardinals in a Mid-American Conference game.
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Possibly. Of their class, they only have 4 kids from Indiana in it.
http://rivals.yahoo.com/notredame/football/recruiting/commitments/2011/ballstate-48
bent20
The Odum Level
Not being able to reach an agreement with him is only going to hurt them financially. It's not like Ball State has the money to throw around like ND.
Offensive coordinator named interim head coach at Ball U
MUNCIE — Ball State announced late this afternoon that head football coach Stan Parrish has been fired after coaching the Cardinals to two losing seasons.
A news release issued by the school read Parrish was “terminated without cause.”
Athletic director Tom Collins said in a statement that it was decided change was needed “after evaluating the on-field performance and the football program in its entirety.”
Offensive coodinator Eddie Faulkner will serve as interim head coach until a permanent head coach is hired.
MUNCIE — Ball State announced late this afternoon that head football coach Stan Parrish has been fired after coaching the Cardinals to two losing seasons.
A news release issued by the school read Parrish was “terminated without cause.”
Athletic director Tom Collins said in a statement that it was decided change was needed “after evaluating the on-field performance and the football program in its entirety.”
Offensive coodinator Eddie Faulkner will serve as interim head coach until a permanent head coach is hired.