Seeking the Spark: Sorting Through the K-State Coaching Search Rumors
As the search enters its final stretch, the Three-MAW crew breaks down the "Source-Off" between national reporters and the rising buzz around Belmont’s Casey Alexander.
The Kansas State basketball coaching search has reached a fever pitch, and the 3MAW crew is here to navigate the smoke.
Between conflicting reports from national insiders Jeff Goodman and Matt Norlander, the guys dive into the reality of Josh Schertz’s candidacy and why Jared Calhoun remains the name to watch as the process moves toward a conclusion.
The episode centers on the polarizing profile of Belmont’s Casey Alexander. While Alexander has an elite eye for talent—having recruited NBA-level players and high-major stars like Jacobe Gillespie—his defensive metrics and lack of high-major experience leave some, like Cole Manbeck, feeling skeptical. Beyond the bench, the guys vent about the “humiliating” finish to the Sunflower Showdown, questioning rotation decisions regarding Andrej Akostic and the team’s lack of offensive identity.
On a brighter note, the “Batcats” are smashing records, hitting eight home runs in a single game to sweep SIU Edwardsville. Whether it’s the baseball team’s power surge or the women’s basketball team’s gritty run in Kansas City, there is plenty of momentum in Manhattan—now the administration just needs to nail the hire to get the men’s program back on track.
Top Three Takeaways
The Casey Alexander Debate: While Alexander is a proven talent evaluator and the Missouri Valley Coach of the Year, his “defense-optional” KenPom numbers and lack of high-major Power Conference experience make him a high-variance candidate for the Big 12.
Reporters at Odds: A “source-off” is brewing between national media members regarding Josh Schirtz. While some claim he is out, the crew suggests he is likely still in play but potentially leveraging for a massive extension at St. Louis.
The “Mystery Candidate” Factor: Hints of a “mystery name” continue to linger—someone who would generate significant fan excitement but whose timing (likely due to postseason play) makes a deal difficult if the school wants to wrap the search up by the end of the week.