Sir, it is difficult to win in any sport. 100 less teams, some of which are pretty small colleges in baseball is not a point to be dismissed. It's easier in hockey in Minnesota for all the reasons outlined. Baseball or any other non revenue sport flies under the radar of media and mostly even social media. There is almost no outside pressure to win. The fan base is tiny, the budgets are tiny. Division I basketball and football are ultra competitive. You have the best coaches to compete against. There is a lot money involved which brings increased accountability and a lot of scrutiny. If you disagree...we disagree...that's fine.
It's easier to win in basketball than it is in football. It doesn't require as many home run recruits.
You coach wrestling at any high school. I'll coach basketball. You have a losing record and nobody will care. Basketball has a poor season and there is going to be conversation. It's harder because more people have expectations in those sports. Each program realizes that and the competition reflects it on and off the court.
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My opinion is not baseless. And yes, it is an opinion but, I have been there. Have you?