News confrence announced for 2PM in Manhattan Kansas

[Barbershopman]

There is an inkling that this is being scheduled to announce the retirement of longtime football coach Bill Snyder.

Let's face it, Bill Snyder is synonymous with K-State football success. He resurrected the team when he was hired in 1989 and turned K-State into a powerhouse. He stepped aside in 2005 and the Wildcats hired Ron Prince. In 2008, with the program in shambles, Snyder was rehired and is the current head coach.

I would not blame Snyder for stepping aside, his legacy in Manhattan Kansas is secure. He is revered in Kansas as well as around the Midwest. Also, his age may be a factor as he is going to be 80 next October.

Mr. Snyder, have no regrets. If you do decide to retire, let it be known that you are a heck of a head coach and an even better man. College football will lose one of the greats if you decide to hang it up; this coming from a bleed black and gold MU Tiger fan.

Barbershopman

 

[Bugman]

Never had anything but the utmost respect for Bill Snyder, he is the definition of a gentleman. Enjoy your well deserved retirement coach.

 

[Barbershopman]

It's been confirmed. Bill Snyder retired after 27 seasons as K-State football coach.

How has he impacted the University? He took over a program in 1989 that had just 4 winning seasons since 1945! He had a 215-117-1 record, took the Wildcats to 19 bowls in 27 seasons, and captured two Big 12 championships. He has a bronze statue in front of Bill Snyder Family Stadium. You get there by going on a section of 1-70 named the Bill Snyder memorial highway.

I think his legacy is secure. Enjoy your retirement coach!!

Barbershopman