Why is Whisenant leaving the bench? Personal considerations combined with with failed negotiations. "I specifically wanted to have separate contracts," he said. "I wanted it separate in case I found the ideal coaching candidate. As it came down, it became apparent I need to look now."

Lieberman focuses on the stress and family issues, says Whiz "coached with class and always handled himself well."

Voison is more critical, if more oblique: she says this is about money and male ego.