Along the way, he fine-tuned the attributes and qualities that would enable him to lead. In a community that does not tolerate mediocrity and forces year-round commitment to winning on fall Friday nights. Mike O'Brien was charged with continuing the Wildcat winning ways. O'Brien would accept this challenge by simply continuing a system that had proven itself over time. I think we have a solid system that has worked well, but that does not mean that everything stays exactly the same.
Some small things have to be changed to keep up with the changing times.
Little changes that enhance the overall program are good. So my plans are to take the system and build upon it. Following graduation from Delta State. O'Brien started his coaching career at St. Joseph's High School in Greenville. Following a two year stint at St. Joseph.