Maybe Meeks is for the kids, I would agrue that he is not about the softball program. 5 years going 55-96 with no District championship and the talent he has had makes me feel it was time for him to step aside. I would have made that same decision as an AD with as many complaints the school has endured about the softball program. I know kids who decided not to play due to Meeks. But that's going to happen. It was time for a change. Results will show... record with Chip at the helm this year, 9-6. With the move, now 1-4. Just sad for the girls. Weak parenting and whining to a higher authority is a result of a missed opportunity for HC. Not much your AD can do when given no support. But good for you and your softball program, sounds like you got what you wanted. We are all moving on!
As far as a definition of strong; too many to list but I will mention one impressive stat - 5 state championships, multiple District Championships, Region Championship and State contenders in swimming and track for a small school in Latonia is very strong. Sure coaching and talent ranks as a high reason however, you don't get there alone and the AD is appreciated for all the support.