Barnhart just stuck it to us.

[Lawdog]

Today’s victory reinforces the belief of Dr. Capilouto and I that Head Coach Joker Phillips continues to be the right fit to lead our football program. Although this season certainly fell short of our expectations, today we celebrate a victory that has eluded this program for 26 seasons. Congratulations to Coach Phillips and our football team.
As I do after each season, I will follow up on our regular, in-season conversations with a more formal and thorough review of all aspects of our football program and address any needs after that meeting with Coach Phillips.

Bowl games and a climb up the rigorous SEC ladder continue to be my expectation and markers of our program’s progress. I remain confident in Coach Phillips, his continued ability to find and develop young talent and his plan to return Kentucky football to post-season play.

The Big Blue Nation has been very supportive of our football program as we strive to reach our goal of championship football in Lexington. Coach Phillips helped turn our offense around to what our expectation level is today and I’m confident he will do it again. Only with your continued support can we reach our dreams of celebrating our accomplishments together.

Til the Battle is Won,

Mitch Barnhart

[BlueCat]

I'm not sure Barnhardt stuck it to us just yet. Most coaches are given three years to turn a program around or elevate it to a higher level than it was at the time they took the reins. Joker will likely get that third season to prove or disprove the critics. I've been a supporter of Joker up until we got blasted by Vandy, but I'm willing to be patient for one more season. If there aren't substantial improvements I think Joker will be gone. It should be known at the beginning of the season that it's win or walk and the administration should have a short list in mind if the improvements haven't been realized.

[MyBlueHeaven]

...I say give Joker one more year. I fussed about Coach Brooks the first two seasons and was I proved wrong.

..Plus, who would we replace Joker with......Dooley?

[BlueCat]

Haha MBH, I'm hoping Dooley is at UT for a loooong time.