But Holly chose that situation just as those future replacements for the coaches you listed will too. Warlick can't control the fact that she is following a legend. What she can control is her approach and how she prepares her teams.
Most people have been fairly specific in what they identify as causes for concern. She needs to shed the assistant/"buddy" image and take control.
Fans want to see the team guard better in open space, contest (not surrender) shots, regularly take away baseline, rotate and help on defense (like we see the men's team do so proficiently), out-rebound opponents, and be able to attack a zone defense successfully. Develop and challenge players. Stop accepting repeated mistakes and turnovers by shrugging them off as youth. Hold players accountable. Reproach.
And before you say that that's what every coach wants, keep in mind that we are putting some highly recruited players on the floor. Many programs are getting more out of less. If we are losing in the second round of the NCAA Tournament to Oregon St. in Knoxville, TN, we are underachieving.
Go watch the men's team practice and teach team defense and take notes. Teaching team defense is not a fun part of the game, but it's necessary. Provide discipline. They will still like you and respect you.
