In a move that did not surprise many in the Springfield area, during a live press conference, Missouri State's University President, Dr. Michael Nietzel and Athletic Director, Bill Rowe, publicly discharged Barry Hinson from his duties as Head Coach of the Men's Basketball program after holding the position for nine seasons. Even though I'm not an avid fan of Bears basketball, it's an unfortunate and sad event that's occurred. Overall, I think most fans supported Hinson, despite not getting into the NCAA tournament, which for some was the linchpin for a successful team, in their eyes. There had been two opportunities to get into "The Big Dance" during Hinson's tenure. These opportunities were "at-large" bids and both were denied.
In the time I've been associated with Missouri State in one way or another, Barry Hinson has been THE coach of Bear's basketball. It will be very strange to hear different name associated with the position of head coach of Missouri State Bears men's basketball. Despite Hinson's departure, there is no animosity between him and Nietzel & Rowe. As a matter of fact, the university president stated during the press conference today that he considered Barry a friend and colleague now and in the future. As for the future, as related to men's basketball at Missouri State, we will all have to wait and see what unfolds.
That's then end to this entry. So, to everyone out there "Live long and prosper."
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