First Positive Shout-out

It's official, Dave Rose has signed a new contract to stay on as the Head Basketball Coach at Brigham Young University through the 2015-16 season.  Although there was little doubt in my mind that BYU would retain Coach Rose, there were some moments as team after team expressed interest in the coach.  Having the opportunity to talk with Coach Rose in the past, it seems that this is where he wants to be, he loves the area, he loves his young men, and he loves the University and everything it stands for.  Of course it does not matter how much you love an area or a situation if it does not financially make sense.  For this reason I was happy to hear that Coach Rose was also granted an increase in pay for this contract period.  Once again the Coach's salary has not been made public, but President Cecil O. Samuelson had this to say about Coach Rose's new salary, "We believe he's the finest coach at any level,  Whatever he is paid, he'll be underpaid economically."

Coach Rose has done an amazing job with the Basketball program since taking over in 2005.  Rose has just finished Coaching the best season, in terms of wins, in program history with a record of 32-5.  Overall as the Head Coach at BYU Rose is 159-45, a winning percentage of .779, which is the 4th highest among active Division I Head Coaches,  and has led the Cougars to at least 20 wins each season, and currently 5 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances.  Most importantly Coach Rose has built a winning attitude, recruited honorable young men, has left little worry about NCAA investigations and sanctions, respected and upheld the University's Honor Code, and has exemplified the University's and what it stands for. 

Even with the drastic changes to the BYU Basketball landscape next year, losing arguably the best back-court in program history and moving to the WCC, along with the possible departure of assistant coach Dave Rice (maybe opening a spot for Dave "Top Dog"), I believe Coach Dave Rose will continue to produce and more importantly will continue to be a worthy representative of the University.

So This Shout-out is for you Coach Rose, Congratulations

Jake