Women's Swimming & Diving

Mason Norman

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Avoiding Ou Is The Best Thing You Can Do For Yourself

Date: April 11, 2025

By Athlete

1.0

Overall

Caring

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Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

3.5

3.0

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"The OU athletic department values coaches more than its own student-athletes. Head Coach, Mason Norman, puts no value on the "student" aspect of "student-athlete". Ohio University Women's Swimming&Diving coaching staff is deceitful and manipulative."

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Women's Swimming & Diving

Mason Norman

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Steer Clear Of Ou Program

Date: April 9, 2025

By Parent

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

3.5

3.0

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Poor Communication Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture Motivational Dedicated To Players

"Poor communication and dishonest; does not care about his swimmers as people, only about his outcome. Be aware that should you unfortunately have an off season or injury, this same transfer portal which brought you to him will be the same one where you will be exiting as he will cut and move on to the next recruit (which you will have helped recruit). You are simply a number and are disposable. "

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Women's Swimming & Diving

Mason Norman

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Not A Role Model For Your Daughter

Date: April 8, 2025

By Parent

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

3.5

3.0

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Poor Communication Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture Motivational Dedicated To Players

"Lacking in leadership and integrity. Has lost multiple assistant coaches over the last few years. Is not committed to the welfare of his swimmers. Is condescending and dismissive of student-athletes’ and parents’ questions. Has a propensity to use people, but not form lasting, meaningful relationships. Not and ideal leader or coach. Doesn’t seem to have the constitution to do what is consistently right and in the best interest of his student-athletes. Puts himself before team and others. I would avoid this program and coach if you have other options."

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Women's Swimming & Diving

Mason Norman

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Not To Be Trusted. Does Not Understand Leadership.

Date: April 8, 2025

By Parent

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

3.5

3.0

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Poor Communication Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture Motivational Dedicated To Players

"Not to be trusted. Dishonest and lacking in integrity. His issues are not technical or in teaching strokes and time improvements . He lacks a moral compass and does not care about the student-athletes he recruits and coaches. He is self-centered and out of touch with what it means to be a grown man leading young women. If you can swim anywhere else, I’d strongly recommend it. The words best used to describe him do not belong on a public site. I’d be happy to discuss with you by email or phone. "

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Men's Golf

Brennan Whitis

Men's Golf Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Coach Brennan Whitis Elevates Team And Players

Date: July 31, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Accessible Knowledgeable Creates A Great Team Culture Great Communicator Great Leader

"Playing under Coach Brennan Whitis has been an incredible experience. Initially, I was nervous when he took over as head coach, but he quickly proved himself to be the most knowledgeable and supportive coach I’ve ever had. Coach Whitis's on-the-course work during tournaments is exceptional. He adapts his communication style to match each player's personality, ensuring we all receive the support and motivation we need. His ability to generate funds and develop comprehensive plans, including creating an indoor facility and strengthening our northern school program, is commendable. These initiatives have greatly enhanced our training and overall experience. Beyond his coaching skills, Coach Whitis is genuine and approachable, always open to discussing both golf and non-golf topics. This has fostered a positive and supportive team environment. Overall, Coach Brennan Whitis has been instrumental in my development as a player and a person, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been coached by him."

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Men's Wrestling

Joel Greenlee

Men's Wrestling Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

A Coach That Would Take A Bullet For His Athletes

Date: June 25, 2024

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.7

5.0

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Cool Intense Accessible Direct Honest

"A great coach that cares about his athletes. Is hilarious and everyone on the team loves him. Although he is a very kind person, he is extremely intense with training and pushes you to your limits physically and mentally. He has very old school coaching customs but he is very open minded and understanding."

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Women's Swimming & Diving

Mason Norman

Women's Swimming & Diving Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Mason Norman Will Never Make You Question Your College Decision

Date: June 25, 2024

By Verified Athlete

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

3.5

3.0

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Poor Communication Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture Motivational Dedicated To Players

"Mason has helped move the program in a great direction through his positive attitude, passion for the sport, and true care for his athletes. He will always bring great energy to practice! "

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Men's Football

John Hauser

Defensive Coordinator / Safeties Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Great Leader And Will Always Lead You The Right Way

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.5

4.0

4.5

5.0

4.5

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Great Communicator Knowledgeable Easy To Get Along With Organized Passionate About Coaching

"Coach Hauser has been a great influence and he encourages all of his players he doesn’t favorite anyone "

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Men's Football

Brian Smith

Men's Football Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Mid-American Conference | MAC

Knowledgeable Coach Who Cares About His Players

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Direct Accessible Cool Cares About Academics Easy To Get Along With

"Has been a great coach to have, makes the position group feel like a family. Very knowledgeable about the game and does a great job developing players."

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Men's Football

Brian Smith

Men's Football Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Mid-American Conference | MAC

Positive And Knows The Game Of Football. Wants The Best Out Of All His Players

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Direct Accessible Cool Cares About Academics Easy To Get Along With

"A great coach and knows the game of football "

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Men's Football

Brian Metz

Recruiting Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Coach Metz Is Overall Great Coach And Great Guy Beyond Football

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.5

5.0

3.5

4.0

4.5

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Direct Motivational Believes In You Great Communicator Organized

"Coach Metz is a caring guy who is going to push you to be the best version of yourself "

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Men's Football

Allen Rudolph

Men's Football Offensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

A Coach Who Cares For You And Teaches You How To Do Things The Correct Way

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.8

4.5

5.0

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Direct Intense Honest Old School Mentality Cool

"He’s been coaching me for a year now and I’ve loved every moment. He doesn’t lie to you and tells you when you’re messing and up gives you help to fix whatever issue is wrong"

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Men's Football

Tremayne Scott

Men's Football Defensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Great Mentor With A Lot Of Honesty To Him And Great Coach With Knowledge

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

4.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.7

3.9

3.3

4.0

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Cares About Academics Accessible Poor Communication Cool Knowledgeable

"Great coach thats gonna keep it real with you always and he played himself at a high level. Built with substance not fake show"

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Men's Football

Allen Rudolph

Men's Football Offensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Very Knowledgeable At Offensive Line

Date: June 21, 2024

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.8

4.5

5.0

Tags

Direct Intense Honest Old School Mentality Cool

"He is a great coach that is honest with his players. He knows what he is talking about"

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Men's Football

Tremayne Scott

Men's Football Defensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Likable Guy With Good Knowledge Of Defensive Line Play, Does Not Develop Players

Date: June 20, 2024

By Other

2.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.7

3.9

3.3

4.0

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Cares About Academics Accessible Poor Communication Cool Knowledgeable

"Very good recruiter and knowledgeable on defensive line play. Not the best at developing players or getting the most out of guys. "

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Men's Football

Tremayne Scott

Men's Football Defensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Football Defensive Line Guru And Former Player. Knows The Ins And Outs From Both Perspectives.

Date: June 20, 2024

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.7

3.9

3.3

4.0

Tags

Cares About Academics Accessible Poor Communication Cool Knowledgeable

"Was very passionate and knowledgeable."

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Men's Football

Allen Rudolph

Men's Football Offensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Good Coach Knows The Game

Date: June 19, 2024

By Other

4.2

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.8

4.5

5.0

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Direct Intense Honest Old School Mentality Cool

"Good Coach knows the game Good with players watch lots of film very old school and cook good "

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Andre Allen

Men's Football Wide Receivers Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Coach Allen Is A Great Coach Who Cares About Your Progression And Making You The Best You Can Be

Date: June 18, 2024

By Other

4.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

3.0

5.0

Tags

Direct Accessible Honest Cares About Academics Dedicated To Players

"Coach Allen is gonna be honest with you during practice, but he’s doing it to help you progress as a player. He takes academics seriously and will be on you weekly about keeping up good grades."

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Men's Football

Scott Isphording

Passing Game Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach-Football

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Down To Earth Guy Who Really Cares About His Players And Wants To Learn Their Story While Helping To Develop It.

Date: June 18, 2024

By Other

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

5.0

Tags

Easy To Get Along With Great Communicator Great Leader Passionate About Coaching Respectful To Players

"From the moment I arrived coach Izzy has made the process much more smooth and allowed me to connect to the staff"

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Men's Football

Allen Rudolph

Men's Football Offensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Hanging At His House Just Talking Life

Date: June 18, 2024

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.8

4.5

5.0

Tags

Direct Intense Honest Old School Mentality Cool

"Great OL coach pushes me to the max and always builds team bounding with OL Group Great Coach even better Man "

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Men's Football

Frank Solich

Men's Football Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Coach Solich Was And Is A Staple To The Bobcat Football Code

Date: June 13, 2024

By Verified Athlete

4.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.3

4.7

4.0

5.0

4.3

Tags

Creates A Great Team Culture Old School Mentality Passionate About Coaching Accessible Cool

"I never got the chance to fully play under him but the words that came behind his name held a lot of weight. He has keep this organization in the light that it needs to be and also made it a better place."

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Men's Football

Frank Solich

Men's Football Head Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

He Is A Hall Of Fame Coach

Date: June 10, 2024

By Other

4.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.3

4.7

4.0

5.0

4.3

Tags

Creates A Great Team Culture Old School Mentality Passionate About Coaching Accessible Cool

"Is one of the best coaches if not the best to come through this university. "

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Men's Football

Kurt Mattix

Men's Football Defensive Ends Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

You Can Tell That He Cares

Date: June 10, 2024

By Other

4.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.0

4.7

4.0

4.3

4.0

Tags

Intense Easy To Get Along With Knows The Game Old School Mentality Accessible

"Has shown that he is a great coach that is committed to his players as well as his job "

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Men's Football

Tremayne Scott

Men's Football Defensive Line Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Would Be A Great Coach With A Little More Dedication

Date: June 10, 2024

By Other

3.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.7

3.9

3.3

4.0

Tags

Cares About Academics Accessible Poor Communication Cool Knowledgeable

"Only puts in that extra effort of you show it yourself."

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Men's Football

John Hauser

Defensive Coordinator / Safeties Coach

Ohio University

NCAA DI - FBS • Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference | NACC

Very Knowledgeable And Easy To Talk Too

Date: June 10, 2024

By Other

4.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.5

4.0

4.5

5.0

4.5

Tags

Great Communicator Knowledgeable Easy To Get Along With Organized Passionate About Coaching

"He is a very good coach he is transparent so it is easy to talk to him , and he takes his work serious and is very organized which translates with the way he teaches you the game. "

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