I don't think you can blame the AD. Would you want to stay there if you knew the HC didn't want you just because they gave you the same $$$ that was promised by the previous HC? I understand that the system creates issues.....but it happens. Players know when they verbally commit that there's always the possibility of a coaching change. The new coach didn't recruit you and for whatever reason they may not see you fitting in their program. It seems strange that this website would publish this story. It happens all the time, the fact that this girl was an "Extra-Innings Softball All-American" may have played into it....I don't know. I feel bad for her, as I would for any kid in this situation. We actually considered this with my son because when he committed, nobody was sure if the HC at that time would be around when he got there.....it's a chance you take unfortunately