Ray Tanner on 107.5

[cockymom2boys]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

 

[Silver_Coconut]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

What else did he say?

 

[cockymom2boys]

What else did he say?

That coaches switch jobs faster in today's climate than they used to.
He did not give his opinion on how Bobo left which was what he was asked to comment on and Jay didn't follow up.
But good to know Ray personally likes Bobo.

 

[Silver_Coconut]

That coaches switch jobs faster in today's climate than they used to.
He did not give his opinion on how Bobo left which was what he was asked to comment on and Jay didn't follow up.
But good to know Ray personally likes Bobo.

Without hearing it first-hand, it sounds to me like a diplomatic answer.

 

[cockymom2boys]

Without hearing it first-hand, it sounds to me like a diplomatic answer.

It was very diplomatic.

 

[Universitas Carolin]

Maybe they have not formally settled contract buyouts and in school's best interest to keep quiet.

 

[Tmac069]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

Exactly, F BOBO!! Hope we whoop that ass this year!!!

 

[92Pony]

It was very diplomatic.

Ray is diplomatic to a fault.

 

[USC2USC]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

 

[Silver_Coconut]

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

That's ridiculous.

 

[USC2USC]

That's ridiculous.

Thanks for the comprehensive and insightful response.

 

[robertfootball]

Bobo is a cancer everywhere he goes.

 

[Silver_Coconut]

Thanks for the comprehensive and insightful response.

So you want an AD that acts like a petulant child on the radio. Brilliant.

 

[OldWiseCock]

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

I don't want an AD that insults or nitpicks coaches on a talk show. Behind closed doors is different, but there is no downside to being civil, polite and diplomatic when speaking publicly.

 

[rogue cock]

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

There are also legal reasons not to. I never say anything derogatory about a former employee. If you do, hire an attorney and be prepared to pay some money.

 

[biting curve]

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

Why should he publicly slam a coach?

He gave a professional answer, obviously many of you here don’t understand professionalism.

Coaches tend to move fairly frequently moving up the ladder. Every coach we’ve hired has, guess what.....left a job to come here.

Bobo left because he was given an $800,000 per year raise. People on this board have left jobs for a .50/hr raise.

 

[saltlifeGamecock]

Ray is diplomatic to a fault.

Fans are idiots to the general public! What in the hell do any of the judgemental mental midgets expect him to say?

 

[SC 95]

How would bad mouthing a former employee help Ray Tanner or the University of South Carolina? Tanner may be an average AD, but he appears to be a good person.

 

[PalmettoG27]

Big Ray is in over his head. He needs to be like sleepy JoE Biden and just hide in his office as much as possible.

 

[PalmettoG27]

How would bad mouthing a former employee help Ray Tanner or the University of South Carolina? Tanner may be an average AD, but he appears to be a good person.

Average? A 5 would be average in a scale of 1 to 10. Ray is a 0.

 

[cockymom2boys]

I don't think Coach Tanner should speak rudely about Bobo.
But neither do I think it matters if Ray "likes" Bobo.
And I think it is ok to have a professional opinion.

 

[GMCCK97nHTWN]

Magoo didn’t cry?

So unprofessional of him! Lol.

Every time he talks, he sounds like a bumpkin.

A eunuch in a suit. And, the absolute epitome of mediocrity.

 

[JasonScottinSC]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

I think some of you folks aren't happy unless you have something to bitch about. It's not a big deal.... so the A.D. doesn't want to speak badly about someone publicly. So what? Get over it.

 

[Flameout12]

How would bad mouthing a former employee help Ray Tanner or the University of South Carolina?

Obviously, it would have no good end.

Bobo left for more money and a fresh start. I don't see why that is some kind of "betrayal". Seems the UGA people should be the ones feeling betrayal.

 

[USC2USC]

So you want an AD that acts like a petulant child on the radio. Brilliant.

Why do you assume everything has to be so extreme? I wasn't suggesting Ray should go on a 10 minute tear about what a terrible person Bobo is. But fact is Mushchamp and Tanner allowed Bobo to use USC, it was a big mistake and has left us basically in the gutter. I want an AD that is more aggressive with defending our program. Ray was lame in defending Dawn Staley when the Missouri AD totally went after her. His response was lukewarm. He has never taken a stand when we need head coaches to make changes with asst coaches....choosing to "stay out of it". It is his style I don't like. It the style of a coaches AD....not an executive, business approach to the department.

He could have just as easily commented something like "I wish Coach Bobo well. We now have an opportunity to get better. SC is a great place to coach and play. I am excited about our program moving forward with new opportunities under Shane Beamer".

Some may think its picky but in today's media-centered world, messaging is incredibly important. It is a lesson we could learn Clempson. Like it or not they are masters at carefully crafting positive messaging around their program. And it has led to them being the darlings of the college football media.

And yes, Ray Tanner's performance as Carolina AD justifies scrutiny and critique. I am tried of Carolina Mediocrity. I wish more Gamecock supporters were equally tired of it.

 

[Gamecock Lifer]

That coaches switch jobs faster in today's climate than they used to.
He did not give his opinion on how Bobo left which was what he was asked to comment on and Jay didn't follow up.
But good to know Ray personally likes Bobo.

Not sure what you expect him to say... “He is a lying snake and a POS”? That would look real good for an AD to trash a coach who left for a much higher paying job at a better team... Of course he kept it diplomatic. He is a professional. People like to crack on Ray, but he does what the job needs- he is a politician who greases the constituents when needed, furthers growth and improvement initiatives and makes the tough decision to fire people when needed- even if it is during a pandemic and least profitable season in the FB team’s recent history. Like every ither human being on Earth he cannot see the future to know what coaches will or will not work out long term, and questioning his hiring decisions is understandable in light of where we are in FB, but he knows how to handle the media and that is what he did here.

 

[Gradstudent]

Ray likes everyone, he employs, its been a major issue.

 

[Tmac069]

Why is he still here after the Muschamp hire and contract extension debacle? Just asking for a friend.

 

[USCBatgirl21]

One thing you can count on. ......Ray Tanner will never make a negative comment about another coach....even when it is warranted and maybe even needed. Just another reason to never hire a former coach as AD again. Ever.

Except that one time back in 2011 - "Shenanigans!"

 

[rogue cock]

Why is he still here after the Muschamp hire and contract extension debacle? Just asking for a friend.

Because it is one hire and, while it may be the most public part of his job, it is not the most important...and he does very well with the other parts of the job. Also, it would be very hard to find an AD who hasn't made a bad hire on one or more occasions.

 

[Tmac069]

Because it is one hire and, while it may be the most public part of his job, it is not the most important...and he does very well with the other parts of the job. Also, it would be very hard to find an AD who hasn't made a bad hire on one or more occasions.

By most important part you mean butt kissing and nut hugging! I can barely understand the initial hire, but buyout and extension? Really, Ray?

 

[Silver_Coconut]

By most important part you mean butt kissing and nut hugging! I can barely understand the initial hire, but buyout and extension? Really, Ray?

Do you not want an AD that will get off some money to keep a coach?

 

[Tmac069]

Do you not want an AD that will get off some money to keep a coach?

I do if it is a good coach. Don’t see where Muschamp qualified as such.

 

[rogue cock]

By most important part you mean butt kissing and nut hugging! I can barely understand the initial hire, but buyout and extension? Really, Ray?

No, that is not what I mean. But if all you want is an AD that is a search firm, hire one every 4/5 years.....much, much cheaper.

 

[vidaliagamecock]

Jay asked Ray his thoughts on the Mike Bobo departure. I think Jay did a good job asking the question. Jay stated that he thought Bobo had double crossed Coach Beamer and asked Ray his thoughts. Ray's 1st comment?
"I like Coach Bobo."
Who cares Ray? I understand Coach Tanner is the AD and has to be polite but who cares if he likes Bobo? Not me. That had nothing to do with the question.

I hope we changed the station, when I hear him talk it may as well be Charlie Brown's teacher.

 

[Tmac069]

No, that is not what I mean. But if all you want is an AD that is a search firm, hire one every 4/5 years.....much, much cheaper.

I just want a qualified, experienced AD that makes good decisions. AKA Eric Hyman type, with forethought, planning and vision on how to reach the goal!! Go Cocks!!

 

[Silver_Coconut]

I do if it is a good coach. Don’t see where Muschamp qualified as such.

That’s an entirely different conversation. Ray came off some money to pay a coach he believed in. Don’t you recognize that’s a good thing?

 

[Tmac069]

I hope we changed the station, when I hear him talk it may as well be Charlie Brown's teacher.

Did not even listen. Ray reminds me of one of my bosses. Ask him a question, talk for 15 minutes, and never answer original question. Original shuck and jive.

 

[rogue cock]

I just want a qualified, experienced AD that makes good decisions. AKA Eric Hyman type, with forethought, planning and vision on how to reach the goal!! Go Cocks!!

Like Horn?

 

[Tmac069]

That’s an entirely different conversation. Ray came off some money to pay a coach he believed in. Don’t you recognize that’s a good thing?

No, can’t in good conscious say I do in this case. Hind site is 20/20, but the outcome should have been seen from the start. UF was all you needed to see to know he was not the answer. You see it your way, sugar coated as it is, we will agree to disagree!!!