According to a memo from the Ateneo de Manila University president, Fr. Jett Villarin, SJ
"It is with regret that I inform the community that Coach Norman Black, who we all know has been such an outstanding coach for the Ateneo Blue Eagles these last seven years, has indicated his desire to return to the PBA where he hopes to replicate his successful system. Having been at the PBA before, he is in a way coming full circle with this move."
However, he will have his last run for another championship come Season 75, and will serve for two years as consultant, while a search committee is formed to look for Black's replacement.
With four titles in his seven years of being with the Ateneo community, Coach Black might be headed to a) the Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters, or b) the Meralco Bolts, both of which are owned by Ateneo's top sponsor, Manuel V. Pangilinan.
This may be a legitimate reason for Blue Eagle fans to worry, not only because it will affect the playing style of team as a whole, but also it might make a difference during the recruitment phase.But with enough time to prepare for what is to come, the Blue Eagles might as well build a bridge before getting there.
Credits to Inquirer News for the image.
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