re: I can’t understand why coaches like Pat Shurmur get HC jobs

I can't understand why you people can't understand the very basics of what you are discussing. The first objective of a HC is not, in fact, to win games. The second objective of a HC is not, in fact, to win games. It is a business. Coaches are not coaches in college and pros. They are business managers. Coaching is part of the responsibilities, but it is only one of many job responsibilities.