These are indeed crazy times. Breaking news from MSU is that Guskiewicz has chosen to stay at Michigan State after previously leaving for Clemson. Guskiewicz sited his departure was due to certain members of the Board of Trustees. Support for Guskiewicz was wide spread with signs all over campus and even a petition on Change.org for removal of said board members that has reached over 19,000 signatures. Guskiewicz has said his decision to stay was for personal reasons and Clemson has been notified
according to 247Sports.
To say this is anything but huge would be an understatement. The constant search for a president that this university has been doing for the last few years. Stability from, what it seems to be, a very liked individual. Izzo was even on record as stating he may have been one of the best this university has ever had. It is being reported that his extension will be worth about 1 million which is under the 2 million the board offered him to stay and not leave for Clemson.
The other interesting element is that is has been reported the university does not wish to retain Batt. It was reported by 247Sports that Batt was hanging around to save Kentucky some money. If Guskiewicz left then MSU would only get 2.5 million from Kentucky but with Gus staying, MSU is set to get 5 million. Guskiewicz will now be set with the task of finding another athletic director which there are many options for. Guskiewicz is also known as a great fundraiser and as Izzo said, people trust him. Trust. That is a big need at this university at leadership positions. Bring in money to compete by updating facilities, and education and improve MSU’s athletic standing and you’ll be remembered for life. Guskiewicz is capable of this and MSU will be better in the long run. I sure would have liked to be “in the room where it happens” when this came down and was agreed upon. A definite, Victory For MSU.
What do you think TOC? Do you think this is as big as I do? I think we can all take a breath and turn our attention to Batt’s replacement knowing we are in better hands. It will be interesting to see what comes of the board and what reassurances or behind closed doors arrangements have been made. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
