John Groce Fired

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IlliniInOK

no longer in OK! Centralia, IL
I hate it for the guy, but I love it for the Illini. #WeWillWin
 
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frozenrope9190

Aurora, IL
And there it is. I sincerely hope that people aren't rejoicing, even if it is agreed it was the right decision.
 
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Whitman's exit statement is classy, him and John seemed to really click and he wanted John to succeed badly. Unfortunately it didn't materialize.
 
#7      
I'm not rejoicing, but it is the right decision. Good luck, John Groce.
 
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Illini1221

Peru,IL
John Groce is nothing but class, and a great person. Sorry that it never worked out, but a change was definitely in order.
 
#14      
I wish him the best. A solid guy...he just never got the the results.

Go Illini.
 
#16      
Like a breath of fresh air, like opening presents on Christmas morning, like receiving your first puppy - thank you, Coach Groce, for your dedication and time as the Illini basketball coach, best to you in the future at your next job!
 
#17      

redwingillini11

North Aurora
I'm shocked it actually finally happened. Feel bad for him, but he was in over his head. Time for our program to rise up again! #WeWillWin
 
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MainelyIllini

uh, Maine
Great news for the program! JFG represented the school very well and I wish he could have succeeded, but that's part of his profession and why he gets paid well. I wish him the best at his next stop as long as it doesn't impact us in any meaningful way.

Now the speculation can truly begin on the next coach!!


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frozenrope9190

Aurora, IL
Why can't I rejoice? He was dreadful. He gets to keep the money, you know.

You can rejoice all you want, I was just hoping no one would. Not about the money. A class guy who loves the Illini just got canned, it should be a moment of reflection, disappointment that it didn't work out and hopefulness for the future. But I'm certainly not dictating what people should feel.
 
#22      

Dan

Admin
Josh Whitman:
A tough day. Immeasurable thanks to John & his staff for representing our beloved #ILLINI w/ class from the beginning to the end...

Our students left better athletes, better students, and better people because of his mentorship...a legacy more powerful than any W or L.

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#23      

skyIdub

Winged Warrior

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Coach Groce seemed liked a genuinely nice person. I was really rooting for him. Wish him the best of luck.
 
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Xfactr

Lake Forest, IL
John Groce is nothing but class, and a great person. Sorry that it never worked out, but a change was definitely in order.
Ditto, Thanks Coach Groce Good luck in your future endeavors!

Go Illini!:illinois: