Hope the best for him and his family. Maybe not the right time to ask this... But I have wondered how Anderson's immediate departure changed his outlook on what proper support for OSU sports meant. Beavs traditionally had the worst financial backing of not just the PAC12, but all of college football... Anderson leaves, leaves cash on the table... Barnes hires Smith and then spending becomes light-years better...
I know to Beavs fans Anderson is the reason for the collapse, but I have wondered if it deems a second look after the emotions have faded and the full effects can be seen
That maybe so, but Riley also never really received any financial support from the college. There was always talk about what Riley could have become if he just had equal the money to the bottom third of the conference. Like it or not, but Anderson's abandoning probably set up Smith to be fully supported by the school
We saw what Riley could do with more financial and alumni support when he ditched OSU for Nebraska. Riley failed miserably with all the facilities and resources at Nebraska. Andersen did not leave money on the table, it was simply money OSU did not have to pay out. Andersen had no choice because of his poor extracurricular activities. Barnes is a business man and put together a very good Facilities Management program. He was able to secure many small donations for facility upgrades in Track & Field, Softball and Gymnastics to name a few. In addition to upward of $90 million in donations going toward the Reser renovation.
As one who spent his career in the cardiac business, being involved with college athletics at a high level brings with it a high degree of stress. That’s not good vis a vis cardiac function! Having said that the folks at St. Agnes involved with cardiac care are superb!! Good luck!
Thank you for letting us know about Scott’s situation. I know him and have a great deal of respect for him. My prayers are also with Scott and his family
Barnes was a lanky kid with stringy blond hair when he and rest of Fresno State team repeatedly knocked off highly ranked UNLV in Fresno in the 1980s, which always left the salty Jerry Tarkanian muttering and admiring the team from his alma mater. Barnes didn't have the athleticism of his graceful teammates. But he had a deadly jumper and a gritty style that made him a fan favorite. Get well!
Once again we learn just how fragile our existence on this spinning ball can be. All the best to him and his family.
Get better, Scott!!! You and your family are now in my prayers
Prayers go out to the Barnes family.
Wishing the best to him and his family. Our hearts are with you.
Prayers for Mr Barnes and his family. 🙏
Dam#. Hope he recovers fully and quickly!
Hope the best for him and his family. Maybe not the right time to ask this... But I have wondered how Anderson's immediate departure changed his outlook on what proper support for OSU sports meant. Beavs traditionally had the worst financial backing of not just the PAC12, but all of college football... Anderson leaves, leaves cash on the table... Barnes hires Smith and then spending becomes light-years better...
I know to Beavs fans Anderson is the reason for the collapse, but I have wondered if it deems a second look after the emotions have faded and the full effects can be seen
Andersen also abruptly left Wisconsin. I’m guessing his departures say more about him than the universities he left.
Your initial hesitance regarding the timing of a good question was worth consideration. 🙏
The Beavers did very well under Riley, with even less support than AndersEn received. AndersEn was a tool.
That maybe so, but Riley also never really received any financial support from the college. There was always talk about what Riley could have become if he just had equal the money to the bottom third of the conference. Like it or not, but Anderson's abandoning probably set up Smith to be fully supported by the school
We saw what Riley could do with more financial and alumni support when he ditched OSU for Nebraska. Riley failed miserably with all the facilities and resources at Nebraska. Andersen did not leave money on the table, it was simply money OSU did not have to pay out. Andersen had no choice because of his poor extracurricular activities. Barnes is a business man and put together a very good Facilities Management program. He was able to secure many small donations for facility upgrades in Track & Field, Softball and Gymnastics to name a few. In addition to upward of $90 million in donations going toward the Reser renovation.
As one who spent his career in the cardiac business, being involved with college athletics at a high level brings with it a high degree of stress. That’s not good vis a vis cardiac function! Having said that the folks at St. Agnes involved with cardiac care are superb!! Good luck!
Prayers, The Least and the Most we can do.
Let’s pray for Scott ; he appreciates old Alumni more then most AD’s !
Always open to new ideas , honors Tradition, and loves being a Beaver !
May GOD protect you, Scott Barnes.
God bless. We never know the day or the hour. Please get well Mr. Barnes.
Thoughts & prayers for Scott!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you for letting us know about Scott’s situation. I know him and have a great deal of respect for him. My prayers are also with Scott and his family
Barnes was a lanky kid with stringy blond hair when he and rest of Fresno State team repeatedly knocked off highly ranked UNLV in Fresno in the 1980s, which always left the salty Jerry Tarkanian muttering and admiring the team from his alma mater. Barnes didn't have the athleticism of his graceful teammates. But he had a deadly jumper and a gritty style that made him a fan favorite. Get well!