CanesInSight Exclusive - Staff Changes

Aug 1, 2014

With fall practice set to begin this weekend for the University of Miami, there will be a few major staff changes going into effect over the next couple of days. CanesInSight reported last night that Linebackers Coach Micheal Barrow would be stepping down from his role. Barrow had been at Miami as a coach since 2007 when he was hired by Randy Shannon and was retained by Al Golden in 2010. We are told that his resignation is family-related.

This morning, CanesInSight has learned that staff shuffling will take place in order fill the position left in Barrow's absence. Current RB Hurlie Brown is slated to shift over to the LB spot, current Miami staffer and high school football legend Tim "Ice" Harris will coach running backs, and former Miami WR and current University School wide receivers coach Kevin Beard will step into Ice Harris' role in football ops.

There were some questions when Harris was hired a few months back about whether he could be a position coach without a degree, but CanesInSight has been told that there is a clause in Harris contract that mandates he finish his degree by a certain date. The details have been worked out.

Stay tuned on CanesInSight for more on this story as it develops, but that is the latest.

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Arehel

Aug 1, 2014

“As a proud University of Miami graduate, former football player and coach, it is with a heavy heart that I announce I'm taking a sabbatical from coaching this season,” Barrow said. “This was an extremely tough decision to leave my dream job. However, I have a very important family obligation that requires my full attention, and I would not have had enough time to effectively fulfill my coaching duties.

“With the 2014 football season starting soon, please know that I am truly sorry if my decision brings the organization any inconveniences. I would like to thank President Shalala, Blake James, Al Golden, the coaching staff, UM football players and the entire UM family for seven great years. During this time, my professional career has grown and afforded me wonderful opportunities on and off the field. I have enjoyed working alongside some excellent colleagues and privilege to coach some great kids. I will never forget my tenure at the U and I'm looking forward to watching them this year. Go Canes!”

You can almost hear and feel the emotion from Barrow when reading this. I wish him nothing but the best for him and his family!

Billy D Williams

Aug 1, 2014

tsimonitis said:
Thanks Mike. Cane for life

[video=youtube;IpDNr-2JIDw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpDNr-2JIDw[/video]

That hit will get you ejected in todays game, but I love it!!

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nycane

Aug 1, 2014

he is on sabbatical so will likely be back in future

Hstokes1447

Aug 1, 2014

Coach Ice coaching career

Florida Dairy Farm Florida Coach of the Year in 2012 and 2013
WR/OC at Miami High School (1986-96)
OC at Northwestern High School (1997-98 and 2001-02)
Assistant head coach/OC at Miami Central High (1999-2000) He was part of reason Willis McGahee transferred to Central that season
Head Coach at BTW (2003-2007 & 2011-2013) Record 99-10

eliteproxy

Aug 1, 2014

When you have local coaches and players preaching "stay home and win for the home team" it sounds much different then some guy from the north east who has been here for only 4 years saying it.

I am very sad to hear Borrow go but excited to see Kevin Beard coming in. I watched beard play when I was at UM and its great to see him back home!

JHallCanes

Aug 1, 2014

Peter Ariz said:
FlaSportsFan88 said:

Is ice even qualified for this outside of recruiting?

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Yes, 100%. The guy is an incredible coach. Built one of the greatest TEAMS in high school football history. Runs a tight ship, commands respect from his players,

Yup. Ice is no consolation hire. Pretty weird situation for a while there but the guy has definitely earned his shot. Sad to see a Cane leave the staff but family comes first. Hurlie and Ice can handle the load and I'm very excited to see Kevin Beard join up. Never ever forget his performance against UiF. There is no Brock Berlin that night without Beard.

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arizonacane

Aug 1, 2014

Hurley was a DB, coaching LB's should be more natural than him coaching RB's. Plus, Dorito was a LB if that helps any. I like the move by Al to keep everything in-house, giving Ice more opportunity and bringing Kevin Beard back into the family. Best wishes to Mike and his mother.

Geo305

Aug 1, 2014

Ice is very well qualified. Now I believe he wont be limited in contact with recruits if I am correct. This is big. Ice has big pull down here in Dade County.

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Pennmed Canefan

Aug 1, 2014

RB's don't need a lot of coaching. You can work with them on ball security and pass pro. An rb coach and other guys can work on the playbook with them. But you don't teach guys their predominant skill which is running. This is a perfect role for a guy who can recruit but hasn't coached a position at a high level.

5Ringz

Aug 1, 2014

This is a double edged sword.

Sure we get Ice Harris and Kevin Beard

But now Bama/LSU/FSU/UF will get Barrow when he comes back to coaching.

Canesfan1899

Aug 1, 2014

How will Hurlie do with the LB's?

Canesfan1899

Aug 1, 2014

5Ringz said:
This is a double edged sword.

Sure we get Ice Harris and Kevin Beard

But now Bama/LSU/FSU/UF will get Barrow when he comes back to coaching.

Says who?

moshated305

Aug 1, 2014

Would have liked to hire a seasoned vet to coach the LBs. That position hasnt had proper coaching for years and now We have another first timer there.

Geo305

Aug 1, 2014

5Ringz said:
This is a double edged sword.

Sure we get Ice Harris and Kevin Beard

But now Bama/LSU/FSU/UF will get Barrow when he comes back to coaching.

If anything could see us taking him back in a recruiters role. Barrow is Cane to the bone.

Kevin

Aug 1, 2014

Ice recruiting off campus now. LAWWDDD

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CANE1775

Aug 1, 2014

5XNC said:
i believe in cycles and if we can improve and win 8-9 games this year, with the incoming class and the '16 class, we could be on the verge of another 98-2003 run with this staff of recruiters.

let's hope.

If we only win 8 (I realize you said 8-9), the negativity is going to be out of control.

Freddie Bear

Aug 1, 2014

Coach Barrow is a fine man to take time to look after his ailing mother. I wish Coach Barrow and his family all the best during this difficult time.

Freddie Bear

Aug 1, 2014

Impressive disaster contingency plan that Coach Golden had in place. Attention to detail and planning for unforseen events is a hallmark of a good leader.

Aug 1, 2014

Ice will eventually be an OC IMO.

Gatorhater

Aug 1, 2014

Where else can you lose two time National Championship player from one generation and reach over line of scrimmage and fine another to replace him. Then make a call 40 miles north and bring in a National Champ from next generation to become next coach in waiting. Oh, an last year HS national champ coach, from a couple blocks away, slides in to take a spot. Only at THE U my friends, only at THE U. Now let's get Steve or Ken down to coach QBs please. Let's hope Ice and Hurlie can bring some fire and storm to the field. This is a nice one-two counter punch to body blow of Mike as camp starts.

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CanesInSight Exclusive - Staff Changes

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