Atlanta Ace wrote:As a long time Aces fan, I can agree that the Aces haven't been relevant for a long, long time. I think the program was at it's lowest point when Marty was hired. Under Marty, it's been a slow rebuild. To think that this is the same Aces program as the one during the 2000's, it's not.
The typical UE recruit has changed since Simmons has been there. They are more athletic and talented. If anyone can turn the program around, I think he can. As an Aces fan... I hope he can. I'd like to think that being a former Ace himself, he can get the job done. That's why I've been patient/quiet.
Am I happy with the slow progress of the program, No. I would have loved to see the program back on it's feet in 4 years. But...there has been some progress. It would be much easier to can Marty and take a different direction, if I saw no change at all.
He's had a decade to turn the program around. How much longer does he get? I understand that it's better than when he took over, but at some point, doesn't there have to be a higher standard than that?
As for Wardle, there's absolutely no reason anybody should be talking about his ouster yet. This is year two of a major restart and there are plenty of promising signs with some of the Bradley youth. I think you'll see a decent step forward next year with them. If things plateau quickly or start to slide then of course you make a move after year 4. But as long as it keeps moving forward and shows some good signs you stick with him a bit longer.
