Fletcher Merkel

[GophersInIowa]

Apologies if this was posted somewhere else but thought it deserved its own thread.

 

[BTChamp]

Awesome. Thanks for posting

 

[MNVCGUY]

I know Fleck rubs some people the wrong way with his slogans and personality. But he sees the big picture better than most people and is truly genuine with stuff like this. Very cool.

 

[GringaGopher]

I know Fleck rubs some people the wrong way with his slogans and personality. But he sees the big picture better than most people and is truly genuine with stuff like this. Very cool.

Yup. I can’t count how many times I’ve had this conversation. It usually ends with me saying wether U like him or not I believe he genuinely cares for his players and is authentic in his belief about being a positive force in these young mens lives.

 

[UpAndUnder43]

One of the rare instances of Fleck defending his mantras and beliefs. Usually goes unaddressed. But it’s 13 years. He is wired differently. I know of dozens of personal moments he’s shared with people that have never and will never be public.

He’s an outstanding person and he cares. He’s also been the most successful coach here in many decades.