Altman-Creighton retrospective...

[woundedknees]

Interesting read from Blue and White Review...

http://whiteandbluereview.com/?p=6067

But what looked to be a recreation of the transformation of the 97-98 team into the 98-99 squad fell flat on its face in 09-10. (PG) Stinnett’s (Second leading scorer) immaturity ravaged his abilities, with Altman having to ultimately suspend him indefinitely following a home win against Missouri State during which Stinnett picked up a technical foul from “Quick Draw” Curtis Shaw. Walker transferred before the season, Witter left but came back, and Lawson developed into an all-MVC caliber big man. But with Woodfox’s big-shot ability gone and a carousel of JUCO transfers being asked to play out of position and with little D-I experience, Altman’s last Creighton squad suffered a frustrating and ultimately disappointing season.

Altman’s reward for an 18-16 record? A new job at the University of Oregon. He brings to the beautiful city of Eugene plenty of career wins (410 D-I Ws), the type of competitive spirit that makes the wins feel adequate and the loses excruciating, and a knack for hangin’ banners.