It is a conundrum like few others in modern-day college athletics, a problem without a clear solution, a looming decision that, either way it falls, is sure to infuriate as many interested parties as it will please.
Lorenzo Romar is in his 15th season as the Washington Huskies men’s basketball coach. He has won more games than any coach in school history, appeared in more NCAA tournaments than any coach in school history, and has consistently produced players drafted by the NBA. He is friendly, gracious and well-liked, traits that have served him well as a recruiter of top talent.