went on to defend it, and now are somehow trying to explain it?

And you are aware that your last paragraph is also a logical fallacy? Of course Sitake and the coaches are more experienced and knowledgeable than us fans. Duh. But that doesn’t mean they can’t or shouldn’t be criticized! Kalani makes over 3 million a year man! And the assistants make a lot more than you probably realize as well! This isn’t some volunteer coaching thing for the LDS community. It’s a very very seriously paid job.