Now that the top golfer and top professional athlete in the world finally came out of his silence, people are reacting to his speech. Slicing and dicing every single word that came out of his mouth... putting a microscope on every vowel and syllable said.
Tiger Woods cheated, everyone will have an opinion. I understand that.
After watching and listening to the speech numerous times, it took me awhile to collect my thoughts on the entire situation.
The speech was filled with what religion he prefers, not using steroids and attacking the media... and the "I'm sorry" trickled throughout... it came off odd, Tiger.
Woods had help writing it. We all know that is true. He stumbled throughout and seemed very mechanical. But remember this... he is a golfer. He is trained to be like a robot... that is what makes him the best in the world, repetition. So I can understand why he would have a hard time coming off emotional and sensitive. With that said, even if he had true emotion... we would NOT have seen it anyways.
Overall, Tiger is sorry he is sorry. He REALLY is sorry though, BUT for all the wrong reasons. He is sorry he was caught and lost millions of dollars in endorsement deals. He is sorry his wife knows about his infidelity and will have trust issues. He is sorry he won't be looked at the same by the youth around the country and world.
Tiger is in a league of his own. Possibly becoming the first billionaire athlete in the world. He will be looked at differently, and rightfully so... A classic situation of someone getting so much bigger than the world around him... right before getting knocked down back to reality. Pride before the fall.
But hey, you see this time after time... A big time athlete being told day in and day out how great they are. After awhile they believe it and think they are untouchable. But in all actuality, that just isn't the case.
Get back on the golf course, Tiger. Whether the golf world will admit it or not, we need you. No, not as a person that cheats on his wife, but as the athlete that is the best in the world at what he does, Please.
I'm pleading this for selfish reasons so we can ALL move along from this sex saga.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Ruff Riders Owners Keep it Real
In this day in age of "look-at-me" type owners, such as Mark Cuban of the Dallas Mavericks and Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys, it has become a mainstream deal to put themselves in the spot light at the drop of a hat.
Standing on the sidelines... always in front of the camera, promoting everything from hot dogs to hand grenades. They want to be the focal point of the team, which is there prerogative... but far from the norm of the old-school owners. It is a very divisive issue.
With that said, the new Abilene Ruff Riders owners are staying out of the spot light. They want to remain anonymous. An ownership group consisting of multiple businessmen around the Abilene area looking to make professional football stick in the Big Country. Not wanting to put there name out there and be the center of attention. Simply wanting whats best for Abilene.
Now THAT is keeping it real, G.
The exact approach to a situation that will make this organization stay for a long time to come.
Good luck to the new owners, and keep it REAL. I hope Abilene embraces what is in store for this organization and the community.
Standing on the sidelines... always in front of the camera, promoting everything from hot dogs to hand grenades. They want to be the focal point of the team, which is there prerogative... but far from the norm of the old-school owners. It is a very divisive issue.
With that said, the new Abilene Ruff Riders owners are staying out of the spot light. They want to remain anonymous. An ownership group consisting of multiple businessmen around the Abilene area looking to make professional football stick in the Big Country. Not wanting to put there name out there and be the center of attention. Simply wanting whats best for Abilene.
Now THAT is keeping it real, G.
The exact approach to a situation that will make this organization stay for a long time to come.
Good luck to the new owners, and keep it REAL. I hope Abilene embraces what is in store for this organization and the community.
Monday, February 1, 2010
District Realignment and Such
February 1st 2010, a crazy day for high school coaches. District realignment, a word often associated with "dentist office" in the high school world.
A day in which every Big Country Coach either cringes at, or embraces the thought of. I mean they do find out there fate in 2 minutes on who they will be playing for 2 years.
As the coaches file into the room, things get more and more tense as the seconds move closer and closer.
Calm before storm.
Watching all this take place, was like witnessing cattle run to the only drinking hole in a 10 mile radius. Pure mayhem. At exactly 9 AM in the morning, that is when it all went down. A huge box, carrying all the vital information in packets, ripped open... only to be handed out to the unknowing coach.
Good or bad for each coach, this is the time of reckoning. And looking at each coach, you knew what was going on in their head, it was written all over their face.
After finding out where there team wound up, this is when the "fun" begins. The coaches attempt to fill out their non-district schedule. Each one pulling out a cell phone like they were calling 911. Emergency mode.
Once everything is sorted out, a since of normalcy kicks back in. And every coach walks out trying to figure out how they are going to win all their games for the next two seasons.
Good Luck.
A day in which every Big Country Coach either cringes at, or embraces the thought of. I mean they do find out there fate in 2 minutes on who they will be playing for 2 years.
As the coaches file into the room, things get more and more tense as the seconds move closer and closer.
Calm before storm.
Watching all this take place, was like witnessing cattle run to the only drinking hole in a 10 mile radius. Pure mayhem. At exactly 9 AM in the morning, that is when it all went down. A huge box, carrying all the vital information in packets, ripped open... only to be handed out to the unknowing coach.
Good or bad for each coach, this is the time of reckoning. And looking at each coach, you knew what was going on in their head, it was written all over their face.
After finding out where there team wound up, this is when the "fun" begins. The coaches attempt to fill out their non-district schedule. Each one pulling out a cell phone like they were calling 911. Emergency mode.
Once everything is sorted out, a since of normalcy kicks back in. And every coach walks out trying to figure out how they are going to win all their games for the next two seasons.
Good Luck.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
My Take on Mike Leach's Suspension for the Alamobowl
The relationship between Mike Leach and Texas Tech University took another turn for the worst. Leach is being suspended by the University for his treatment towards a player, Adam James, son of ESPN analyst Craig James. First it was a contract dispute last winter, now it is this situation.
At first glance, I couldn't believe what Leach did... and even was kinda sickened by the whole situation. But as more information is revealed the more and more I am siding with Mike Leach.
First off, why would this whole situation have been swept under a rug if Leach would have simply apologized for his actions towards Adam James? If the situation was THAT bad, I don't think an apology would be simply enough.
Also, according to many reports, a TEAM doctor released James to practice after he was checked out for a concussion during practice. That alone shows me... how could Leach be at fault whatsoever if a doctor said James was A OK to get back to the practice field. Leach is smarter than the average person.
Next, why are all of Leach's former players sending messages and letters to the Chancellor stating they back Leach and his treatment of his players. The likes of Graham Harrell, Rylan Reed, Eric Morris, etc are more than credible sources that support Leach, I do too.
Thirdly, the timing of this whole thing is very interesting. Things that make you go "hmmmm." Adam's dad, Craig is running for a Senate position here within the next year, hmmmmm. Mike Leach is owed $800,000 December 31st for completion of contract... he will not get that because he is technically NOT the coach, hmmmmm. Chew on that for a bit.
Another thing, reports all season long have stated Adam James had an attitude problem, did not work hard in practice and wanted more playing time in games. With all this unfolding, it doesn't seem like a far fetched anamolly that Adam simply has a personal vendetta against Leach. A modern day witch hunt. Just a thought.
All in all, once again a situation that Texas Tech University could have handled much better. But dropped the ball just like in the contract negotiations just a year ago with Leach. And here we go again. I thought they would have learned from the last time. I guess not, and once again my alma mater is not shedding a great light on itself. A shame to say the least.
At first glance, I couldn't believe what Leach did... and even was kinda sickened by the whole situation. But as more information is revealed the more and more I am siding with Mike Leach.
First off, why would this whole situation have been swept under a rug if Leach would have simply apologized for his actions towards Adam James? If the situation was THAT bad, I don't think an apology would be simply enough.
Also, according to many reports, a TEAM doctor released James to practice after he was checked out for a concussion during practice. That alone shows me... how could Leach be at fault whatsoever if a doctor said James was A OK to get back to the practice field. Leach is smarter than the average person.
Next, why are all of Leach's former players sending messages and letters to the Chancellor stating they back Leach and his treatment of his players. The likes of Graham Harrell, Rylan Reed, Eric Morris, etc are more than credible sources that support Leach, I do too.
Thirdly, the timing of this whole thing is very interesting. Things that make you go "hmmmm." Adam's dad, Craig is running for a Senate position here within the next year, hmmmmm. Mike Leach is owed $800,000 December 31st for completion of contract... he will not get that because he is technically NOT the coach, hmmmmm. Chew on that for a bit.
Another thing, reports all season long have stated Adam James had an attitude problem, did not work hard in practice and wanted more playing time in games. With all this unfolding, it doesn't seem like a far fetched anamolly that Adam simply has a personal vendetta against Leach. A modern day witch hunt. Just a thought.
All in all, once again a situation that Texas Tech University could have handled much better. But dropped the ball just like in the contract negotiations just a year ago with Leach. And here we go again. I thought they would have learned from the last time. I guess not, and once again my alma mater is not shedding a great light on itself. A shame to say the least.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Dallas Cowboys Paper Towels
Here’s the deal:
I decided to buy Dallas Cowboys paper towels about two weeks ago at Wal-Mart. The Cowboys were on a 4 game winning streak and averaging 30.25 points a game.
And now the Cowboys offense has gone into a funk, here’s some statistics over the past two games for Dallas:
14 total points
Averaging 291.5 total yards on offense with 4 total turnovers, Romo sacked 6 times total.
Total dominated on time of possession as well.
And narrowly avoiding their first shutout loss since 2003 against Washington in both games scoring a touchdown late in the 4th quarter in each game.
Cowboys are 7-3 on the season and sitting atop the NFC East.
So no need to panic quite yet, what should I do with the paper towels?
1. Burn them?
2. Use them up before tomorrow’s game against Oakland?
3. Keep them in hopes the offense will turn around?
Thanks for the advice!
I decided to buy Dallas Cowboys paper towels about two weeks ago at Wal-Mart. The Cowboys were on a 4 game winning streak and averaging 30.25 points a game.
And now the Cowboys offense has gone into a funk, here’s some statistics over the past two games for Dallas:
14 total points
Averaging 291.5 total yards on offense with 4 total turnovers, Romo sacked 6 times total.
Total dominated on time of possession as well.
And narrowly avoiding their first shutout loss since 2003 against Washington in both games scoring a touchdown late in the 4th quarter in each game.
Cowboys are 7-3 on the season and sitting atop the NFC East.
So no need to panic quite yet, what should I do with the paper towels?
1. Burn them?
2. Use them up before tomorrow’s game against Oakland?
3. Keep them in hopes the offense will turn around?
Thanks for the advice!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Friday Night Live, Shout Outs...
Well Friday Night Live is over for the rest of the football season. No, that doesn't mean we won't stop following all of the local high schools. Of course we will still follow your school, but not with a full show.
With that being said, I want to thank everyone behind the scenes that made this well-oiled machine tick. Yeah, I said it... Thank you.
I am going to try and give me shout-out in less than 1000 characters. Don't hold me to that...
Andrew Carlson, our Chief Photographer basically went everywhere we told him. Shot two games a night and ran live-shots for us at night with the winning coach out at Shotwell Stadium. Good stuff Andrew
Tim "Magic" Johnston, who would help with the news during the day... shoot a football game at night and the do a live interview with a coach at Shotwell Stadium. Good stuff Tim, "Magic" it was.
Goose, another photographer of ours. Came straight in the middle of the season and didn't miss a beat. Helped edit highlights to get those suckers on air. Thanks Goose, /S/ Maverick!
Rob Mooring, my partner in crime. Updated scores, shoot games, edit highlights and co-anchor FNL-DOS with me. Thanks Rob, you were a breathe of fresh air.
Ruth, our director. Basically without Ruth... the show wouldn't run smoothly. Ruth is the master behind everything. We all love Ruth... thanks for your hard work.
Mark, over-looked our shows and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Mark and Ruth were the dynamic duo... Kind of like Batman and Robin, no scratch that... that didn't make sense. More like Wonder Woman and Wonder Man?, no... nevermind.
Anyways, Ruth... Mark thanks guys.
To the rest of everyone that edited, shot, produced, wrote, and anything else. You guys were awesome. Thanks.
No tapes where hurt in the making on the shows during the season. The FCC will be happy.
Oh ya, thanks for those random nights were pizza was served to the whole staff... pepperoni, sausage, ham, the works... pizza lovers be jealous.
I'm out.
With that being said, I want to thank everyone behind the scenes that made this well-oiled machine tick. Yeah, I said it... Thank you.
I am going to try and give me shout-out in less than 1000 characters. Don't hold me to that...
Andrew Carlson, our Chief Photographer basically went everywhere we told him. Shot two games a night and ran live-shots for us at night with the winning coach out at Shotwell Stadium. Good stuff Andrew
Tim "Magic" Johnston, who would help with the news during the day... shoot a football game at night and the do a live interview with a coach at Shotwell Stadium. Good stuff Tim, "Magic" it was.
Goose, another photographer of ours. Came straight in the middle of the season and didn't miss a beat. Helped edit highlights to get those suckers on air. Thanks Goose, /S/ Maverick!
Rob Mooring, my partner in crime. Updated scores, shoot games, edit highlights and co-anchor FNL-DOS with me. Thanks Rob, you were a breathe of fresh air.
Ruth, our director. Basically without Ruth... the show wouldn't run smoothly. Ruth is the master behind everything. We all love Ruth... thanks for your hard work.
Mark, over-looked our shows and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Mark and Ruth were the dynamic duo... Kind of like Batman and Robin, no scratch that... that didn't make sense. More like Wonder Woman and Wonder Man?, no... nevermind.
Anyways, Ruth... Mark thanks guys.
To the rest of everyone that edited, shot, produced, wrote, and anything else. You guys were awesome. Thanks.
No tapes where hurt in the making on the shows during the season. The FCC will be happy.
Oh ya, thanks for those random nights were pizza was served to the whole staff... pepperoni, sausage, ham, the works... pizza lovers be jealous.
I'm out.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
New Desk Equals Change
It has been an interesting month for me, to say the least. I changed desks, but I am not a HUGE fan of change (sorry Obama, P.S this is not a political blog). The new desk idea wasn't mine, but I obliged.
Saying goodbye to my old desk was not the easiest thing to do, I spent many hours for the past 15-16 plus months on my butt pounding away at a keyboard. And to just up and leave that lovely "man-cave" wasn't the easiest thing to do in my 25 years of life. Besides giving up this cat I adopted for 2 years, I miss you Diego, it wasn't my choice I promise! Anyways...
One lone bright spot, I was able to move all my belongings to the new one; but it just won't be the same. *Tear Shed* One man tear that is...
I use to sit by my Weekend counterpart Maria Oliver. Not so close these day. I normally catch myself yelling to catch her attention. Which for the most part goes ignored. I think she is sad I left, and coming to the realization the coolest person in the building is no longer a reach away. And I will give her time to come back around.
Now I want to talk about the location of this new desk. It is located in an interesting spot, very close to the Assignment Editors desk where all the news meetings happen during the day. And it can be very entertaining at times. Fire, Crime, Swine Flu stories, School Board Meetings and
I am normally the loud person around the newsroom, but I know when its time to have a meetin', its all serious business. And have acquired a "Library Voice" around that time of the day. A trait I did not have prior to the move. Go figure.
The new desk is also located in a heavy foot traffic area. It seems like everyone that works in this buildings passes my area to get to theirs. No big deal, just not use it. Hopefully I don't come off like I am complaining about peanuts. Oh well.
All in all. It was a tough move, but I am holding up. I am sure I will have these same thoughts in 15-16 months when it is time to move desks once again.
Saying goodbye to my old desk was not the easiest thing to do, I spent many hours for the past 15-16 plus months on my butt pounding away at a keyboard. And to just up and leave that lovely "man-cave" wasn't the easiest thing to do in my 25 years of life. Besides giving up this cat I adopted for 2 years, I miss you Diego, it wasn't my choice I promise! Anyways...
One lone bright spot, I was able to move all my belongings to the new one; but it just won't be the same. *Tear Shed* One man tear that is...
I use to sit by my Weekend counterpart Maria Oliver. Not so close these day. I normally catch myself yelling to catch her attention. Which for the most part goes ignored. I think she is sad I left, and coming to the realization the coolest person in the building is no longer a reach away. And I will give her time to come back around.
Now I want to talk about the location of this new desk. It is located in an interesting spot, very close to the Assignment Editors desk where all the news meetings happen during the day. And it can be very entertaining at times. Fire, Crime, Swine Flu stories, School Board Meetings and
I am normally the loud person around the newsroom, but I know when its time to have a meetin', its all serious business. And have acquired a "Library Voice" around that time of the day. A trait I did not have prior to the move. Go figure.
The new desk is also located in a heavy foot traffic area. It seems like everyone that works in this buildings passes my area to get to theirs. No big deal, just not use it. Hopefully I don't come off like I am complaining about peanuts. Oh well.
All in all. It was a tough move, but I am holding up. I am sure I will have these same thoughts in 15-16 months when it is time to move desks once again.
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