"Could the lure of a job with much less pressure have weighed in? It's understood that a college coach can last for years with excellent conditions rather than sitting on an ejectable seat.
I always found it very special that he was allowed to lead the team all season despite good results without a contract for the following season.
Then after the season, it was a month before extending the deal.
He won't say publicly, but I felt JF affected by the situation during the season.
Have the links eroded over time? It's possible.
I believe Houle was happy to return to Laval, but when your former university winks at you to manage your program, you have no choice but to listen."
