FGCU's Andy Enfield To Interview With ODU? (Updated)

According to sources close to the decision making process, Old Dominion and FGCU's Andy Enfield have been in talks since mid-March, and could have an official interview by the end of the week.

Is Jim Corrigan Pushing the Pace at Old Dominion?

Since Jim Corrigan took over for Blaine Taylor, something has changed at Old Dominion. The team is more competitive and is a couple of shots away from being 3-0 under its new head coach. So what got into the water?

Old Dominion Rallies After Blaine Taylor's Firing

On Tuesday, Blaine Taylor, the winningest coach in Old Dominion men's basketball history, was fired. It was tough to watch, but most likely even harder to be a part of. Which is why the Monarchs' response on Thursday evening was so damn impressive.

Speaking In Tongues: Deciphering Blaine Taylor's Dismissal

If a coach falls but the athletic director doesn't praise him, did the coach make a sound? This Old Dominion-y take on an age-old question applies perfectly to the curious manner in which Blaine Taylor was dismissed from the ODU program today. We take a look at what was (and wasn't) said about the illustrious Monarchs coach.

Official Statement from Old Dominion On Blaine Taylor

Here is the official statement by Old Dominion on the firing of Blaine Taylor, as given by athletic director Wood Selig:

"As the athletic director at Old Dominion University, my primary responsibility is to our student athletes, and our intercollegiate athletic programs. As such, I am always going to try to base any decisions on those two guiding principles. After a comprehensive review of the men's basketball program, and with the support of President John Broderick, I am relieving Blaine Taylor of his duties as Old Dominion University's head men's basketball coach, effective immediately. This decision is not based solely on wins and losses, but on a number of factors by which a head coach is evaluated. At this point, in regard to our head men's basketball coach, our student athletes need mentorship, leadership and guidance. Our fans and alumni need encouragement. Our administration needs confidence in our leadership. Effective today, I have appointed Associate Head Coach Jim Corrigan as the interim head coach through the remainder of the season. Jim has been with the program 18 years, and I have great confidence in Jim's ability to guide the team the rest of the year. We are not giving up on our student athletes or the program. Today's announcement is about addressing the present and the future needs of our men's basketball program. We want to make the most of our remaining eight games and put our student athletes in position for success. I want to thank Blaine and his family for everything they have contributed to Old Dominion University over the past 11 years. Blaine's student athletes have always shown great character and tremendous heart. They have enjoyed considerable athletic and academic success. They have gone on to become productive citizens in their communities following their graduation from the University. In those regards, Blaine has led a model program - all of which has made for a difficult decision today. But as previously stated, my primary focus is our student athletes and the future of our men's basketball program. As this is an institutional personnel issue, I cannot comment further, and I trust you will respect that position. "

Will Old Dominion Assistant Jim Corrigan Get the Permanent Job?

Is Jim Corrigan the next man in line for the Old Dominion job? He certainly seems qualified to take the helm.

Was It Blaine Taylor's Arrogance That Pushed Him Out?

If you have heard Blaine Taylor speak, you know he is not a humble man. If you heard anything during the preseason, you know that he thought his team would be contending for the regular season Colonial crown, and would have a shot at the NCAA Tournament as an at large team.

If you have followed anything about college basketball this season, you might know that Old Dominion is just 2-20, with the wins coming over Virginia (No idea how) and Morgan State (have some idea how). That means ZERO wins in conference.

But despite the poor record, was it something else that did Taylor in, as is reported on Twitter this afternoon?

CBS' Jeff Goodman sure thinks so:

Old Dominion coach Blaine Taylor hasn't gotten it done this season -- and I'm told his arrogance didn't help his cause, either.

— Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanCBS) February 5, 2013

So there is that.

Report: Blaine Taylor Out As Coach at Old Dominion

According to Twitter reports, Old Dominion has scheduled a press conference for this afternoon to announce the departure of head coach Blaine Taylor. Taylor was 239-144 in 12 seasons with the Monarchs.