He may be, but the perception will be that the PC connection is what got him the job, just like was with the Casey Co connection. It really doesn't matter to me honestly, as I have nothing to do with SWPC but I have several friends connected so..
Only way french turns it down is if they don't give him spots in the school and/or in school weight program. If they hire a middle school coach...look out, they thought the Stephens situation was bad.