Nearly two years into his tenure as the University of Toledo’s athletic director, Bryan Blair will make his first big hire.
Tricia Cullop wasn’t simply the head women’s basketball coach. She was a pillar in the community. Her replacement will be tasked with winning on the court, becoming a visible presence in northwest Ohio, and continuing to be one of the attendance leaders in all of women’s college basketball.
Following Cullop — who has the most wins in program history — will be a difficult task because of her success and likability. It will take a singular personality to handle the pressure and constant comparisons, especially early in their tenure.