If anybody tried to tell me 17 years ago that FSU would supplant UNC as the top team in the ACC and possibly the NCAA, I would have politely disagreed. He pulled FSU into high competition quickly, and then began to even the tables vs. the longtime gorilla in Chapel Hill. Virginia was the last conference team for the Noles to defeat.
When Florida State left starters at home during the conference tourney as a protest against scheduling favoritism in the league, the dam burst.
I gotta guess that Mark does not immediately land at another NCAA program. Maybe later. I do hope that he continues to influence the game, as he has done so well for decades.
My daughter still talks about summer camp with Krikorian and Bell as a very uplifting experience.
Best wishes and thanks, Coach.