PITTSBURGH- The Twitter universe erupted Thursday afternoon in response to the news that UMass had fired head coach Derek Kellogg after nine seasons. You can see the full story here. Here’s how players and fans reacted across the league.
BREAKING: UMass has fired Derek Kellogg, per a source.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) March 9, 2017
Graduated guard Jabarie Hinds was in shock,
That’s wild…
— Jabarie Hinds (@JHind5) March 9,
the official UMass student section account had a nice gesture,
UMass Basketball won’t be the same without this man on the sidelines. Thank you, Coach Kellogg! #UMassFamilypic.twitter.com/YxnFkTOWNa
— The Militia (@UniteTheMilitia) March 9, 2017
and freshman forward Chris Baldwin was upset.
Loyalty ?? What is that
— Lucky (@ChrisBaldwin413) March 9, 2017
Former point guard Chaz Williams showed his gratitude,
I wanna thank Coach Dk for allowing me ti blossom into the great player I became & a greater man I am! Umass will always be my home 💯🙌🏾
— Chaz Williams (@CW3_FF) March 9, 2017
sophomore forward Malik Hines was also shocked…
Lost for words…
— Malik Hines (@jucity_leek) March 9, 2017
along with walk-on Jaylen Franklin.
Wanted to play for Coach DK since I was 12. Say what you want, but he is one of the most caring/genuine people I’ve ever met. Bullshit man.
— Jaylen Franklin (@iHateJaylen) March 9, 2017
😔😡😤
— Jaylen Franklin (@iHateJaylen) March 9, 2017
Junior forward Zach Coleman couldn’t believe it…
Oh wow.. ohhh wow… Wooooowwwwwww 😲
— Zach Coleman (@zcole_14) March 9, 2017
but fans reacted in a different way…
HALLELUJAH THE DEREK KELLOGG ERA IS DEAD
— Matt Wong (@mdwong_5) March 9, 2017
Fuck all this NFL news, UMass just fired Derek Kellogg! Let’s gooooo!!!!!!!!!!! Been waiting for this move for 6 years!
— Ross (@R0ss_TheB0ss) March 9, 2017
As an alumnus, I’m sorry to see fellow @UMassAmherst alumnus Derek Kellogg get let go, but program has to be more competitive in Atlantic 10
— Wes Borucki (@CrimsonTideWes) March 10, 2017
One thing’s for sure, there were mixed feelings from all involved. A new, quality A-10 job is now open as the athletic department begins its search for their new man.
