[OutsiderFan]

My sense is he was about #10 on their list. The first 9 said thanks but no thanks.

I think you need to re-evaluate, sir.  There is no way there are too many options that bring the following:

- High academic undergrad (West Point)
- Working in a highly bureaucratic organization (Air Force)
- Has faculty and AD experience
- D1A AD experience
- Has spearheaded a $100M fundraising campaign

He's demonstrated some ability to get more butts in seats at Air Force football games too. I wouldn't be surprised if Knowlton was Cal's #1 choice, and the search firm they hired did a great job.

[OutsiderFan]

My sense is he was about #10 on their list. The first 9 said thanks but no thanks.

I think you need to re-evaluate, sir.  There is no way there are too many options that bring the following:

- High academic undergrad (West Point)
- Working in a highly bureaucratic organization (Air Force)
- Has faculty and AD experience
- D1A AD experience
- Has spearheaded a $100M fundraising campaign

He's demonstrated some ability to get more butts in seats at Air Force football games too. I wouldn't be surprised if Knowlton was Cal's #1 choice, and the search firm they hired did a great job.