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Such a topsy turvy season

j. spilotro

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May 29, 2001
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Controversy with Sluka. Big wins. Heartbreaking losses. Coach leaves. Show well on a national stage and win a bowl. Smash hire for new head coach.

Became a media darling of sorts, as an underdog that overachieved. Got recognition and it was well deserved.

We did it with a quarterback who could run but couldn’t throw. We did it with an offense that sputtered while the defense became the strength.

Before the season, you tell me 11 wins, a bowl win, I take it every day of the week. We had an opportunity to do more, but even having that opportunity was amazing.

Now a new era starts and for the first time probably ever, the next coach takes over with a strong foundation, support and expectations. It’s twilight zone stuff.

I’m going to enjoy the Mullen era for as long as it lasts. If he maintains or improves upon where we are at, I’m sure he will be a short timer but I’m going to appreciate it nonetheless.

UNLV fans deserve some joy given how the pride and joy has fallen to rock bottom.

Great year, memorable year.
 
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