article by: stacia_doss.Perhaps the biggest news across University of Memphis' campus and several other realms across the country regarded a goodbye to the Tigers' head coach.
A few of these other places included-most obviously-the local news and ESPN, but I found a bit surprising follower of this issue.Of all places, it was the Elementary School I tutor at. As the end of the school day wrapped up, thoughts of the absence of John Calipari had left my mind.Just when the announcements came on, I was quickly reminded again as I heard the principal on the loud speaker."We still haven't got word of Coach Cal leaving, but we think he's gone."
The end of the day undoubtedly brought sad and shattered faces from both familiar and unexpected places. According to various news sources, the former Memphis basketball coach is expected to be renamed as official coach at the University of Kentucky, and will have the highest salary of any other NCAA head coach.
Fans say his change of schools is all about money and prestige. Many believe that Calipari should have stayed with Memphis, who was willing to try to match the salary being offered. On the other hand, several others see this as a once in a lifetime opportunity to coach at a school that is known for a very notable history in basketball.
Whatever the case, it's "So long,Calipari" for the city of Memphis. With the loss of him and his power to recruit some of the nation's top players, the team will definitely take some serious rebuilding. Players Roburt Sallie and Wesley Witherspoon are expected to leave, along with a few other recruits that composed the 08-09 'Memphis Dream Team'.
