Originally Posted by
kab1one
Is it time for the Jacobson's to just move on? Pat was a pain in the ass in high school with the class she showed when she fouled out in the 1983 state tournament first round game and would not acknowledge anyone from the opposition that came to shake her hand. She was high maintenance at NDSU. While an employee of Fargo Public I found it odd that Pat's kids went to Shanley to play basketball. I suppose it was she could exert control over the program which she may or may not have been able to at other local schools. Although Sarah was on three state championship teams, by no means was she deemed the "best player" on those teams. Sarah was the highest profile, highest scorer, but others were viewed as better players on those teams. Issues were had with the North Tartan AAU team Sarah spent some time with in the cities so Sarah moved on from that.
I don't think it was a big secret that Sarah/Pat wanted to wait out the coaching situation at NDSU and have two years of eligibility left. What was surprising Sarah was still involved until very recently in recruiting. It was comments that were made to a recruit on the status of the program that got back to the administration/coaches that led to the dismissal from the team. So it seems to be recurring theme with Pat from her high schools days. It is always something.
Pat had a great run in the late 80's. Shanley appreciates the 4 or 5 state titles your kids played on. its time to move on.