Charles Barkely, an NBA analyst and Auburn alum, believes "race was the No. 1 factor" during the hiring process. He believes that Auburn snubbed a more qualified coach in Turner Gill because he's African-American. Comparing the 2 coaches, Gill led his Buffalo team to an 8-5 record, the Mid-American Conference Championship, and a Bowl appearance. Chizik led his team to a 2-10 record, a 5-19 record over two seasons, and currently has a 10-game losing streak. So why was Chizik chosen over Gill?
The lack of African-American coaches in college football is appalling. In the major conferenecs, there are only 4 African-American coaches. Afreican-American coaches should be given a fair opportunity when it comes to the hiring porcess. Hiring of coaches should not be based on race.
Eric S. Kin 332I
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With the recent hiring of Gene Chizik everyone is raising the question of why there are so few minorites coaching division I college football. I think its time that the NCAA institute a policy similar to the NFL's "Rooney Rule." Established in 2003, it requires National Football League teams to interview minority candidates for a head coaching opportunity. The rule is named for Dan Rooney, the owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the chairman of the league's diversity committee, and is often cited as an example of affirmative action. I think a policy like this is long overdue considering the majority of NFL players are African American it seems like a likely progression.
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