[Giants]

Also, perhaps a nod to reality that “collegiate” athletics is a business that has little to do with college, but I can still rue the fact.

BC

I think he is an excellent choice to lead the program into the new era of college athletics.  The old, “handshake and a smile” model is gone.  What is needed today is someone who can balance the budget, hire highly qualified talent and effectively represent the school at the highest levels of conference administration.  I think Stanford has found a person who can take the program back to the top.  Best wishes to Mr. Donahue….

[Giants]

Also, perhaps a nod to reality that “collegiate” athletics is a business that has little to do with college, but I can still rue the fact.

BC

I think he is an excellent choice to lead the program into the new era of college athletics.  The old, “handshake and a smile” model is gone.  What is needed today is someone who can balance the budget, hire highly qualified talent and effectively represent the school at the highest levels of conference administration.  I think Stanford has found a person who can take the program back to the top.  Best wishes to Mr. Donahue….