I guess this thread shows that the women's game still has a long way to go. Even in the OP's scenario, he describes having a current coach who is awful and many people still would argue against hiring Auriemma - even though he has ridiculous accolades under his belt.
I understand not wanting to hire him for personal reasons, but purely a person who can coach, people should be knocking down his door. I mean, who honestly would take Auriemma over Coach K, Izzo, Ryan, Williams, etc (I am leaving out Calipari because I am NOT a fan)? But Geno has far surpassed any of those guys. Even the Cs went with an unknown coach from Butler.
I seriously wonder how much more women's basketball really can grow...and this isn't meant to be insulting - just a thought.