Basketball is always the big news in March, and when you’re team isn’t in the tournament, all you can talk about it what went wrong.  A lot went awry at Indiana University. The only course of action for the fledgling Hoosier program was to fire the 10 million dollar man. Archie is out! One of the other mistakes after the Bob Knight era was the hiring of Kelvin Sampson, who ironically has his Houston Cougars playing at Assembly Hall (Simon Skjodt) in the first round of the NCAA tourney. Davis, Sampson, Crean, and now Miller – four strikes and you’re out!

It was a year when Bob Knight returned to Assembly Hall, tournaments cancelled, masks required, Trump fired, and a dismal finish in the BIG. An Archie Miller buyout was heavily discussed, but I didn’t feel the university could financially pull the trigger. I was wrong! As a good friend pointed out – all they needed to do was ask 7 million Hoosiers to each donate a $1.50! A new coach will undoubtedly be announced once a National Champion is crowned. Cheaney, Drews, Alford, and Smart – the list of potential successors is endless, but finding the right fit will not be easy. Michigan and Georgetown have had quick success with former players. While other teams are enjoying March Madness, only Indiana will experience true madness. The “Big Dance” for a new coach begins, if it hasn’t already been decided. Archie Miller – You’re Fired!