51.   Why should it be a surprise that a player who was so great could be a successful coach?

52.   A former successful coach with Ajax of Amsterdam, Van Gaal has been much criticized for his seemingly cold and authoritarian methods.

53.   A successful regional coach, he took over the reins two years ago of a national team plagued by coaching problems.

54.   Athletic director Judy MacLeod said having Phillips in place was a factor in her choosing him, as was his experience under two successful coaches and support from players.

55.   Barker, a successful regional coach, took over the national reins two years ago of a team plagued by coaching problems.

56.   Ferguson, the most successful coach ever in British soccer, has guided Manchester United to seven Premier League titles in the past nine years.

57.   Having bought the best players his money could buy, Snyder opened his pocketbook again and went after the most successful available coach he could find.

58.   In other words, it probably will not be long before the successful coach guides another club team to a championship.

59.   Scotty Bowman, the most successful coach in NHL history, will return to the Detroit Red Wings next season.

60.   Struggling Milan powerhouse Internazionale may sign Marcello Lippi next season to add a successful coach to a star-studded roster.