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If in practice bring the kid aside tell him what he's doing wrong. If in a game kid is making mistakes and can't handle being yelled at he should take off the jersey and quit.Actually I do like Gard, and I think Trice could be a terrific point guard, if they utilized his talents. He can slash to the hole, and create open spaces for shots from the outside, all the way in to the paint. He's never been used the way he should be used.
I like Gard because he's level headed, and know that when he finally realizes he needs to be a little more creative in getting his players open looks, his recruiting will pay off. Until then, he's not nearly as good a coach as he can be. If he doesn't adjust, it's going to cost him his job, and recruiting will suffer. We have a level that should be maintained, and if that means changing head coaches, so be it. I just don't think this is the time to even consider that.
As far as Gard yelling at a player, Gard is one of the more lower key guys in the business. Imagine how King would have fared with Bo on the sidelines? Bo had an even quicker hook, and was constantly in players' faces to work harder, and improve their game. If King carries his feelings too much on his sleeve, so be it. But I do know that when a coach finds a player screwing up, he'd better come armed with a plan as to how the kid can improve his game, not yell at him for making mistakes. Constructive criticism works very well. That's why Bo didn't have too many kids upset with his demeanor. He was always coaching for better, and his players knew it. Not certain if Gard has that ability.
I'll say it again. The frustration isn't only with King. I've seen it with Davison as well. At times, it shows with Pritzl, and even Reuvers.