Posted on 03/02/2005 11:06:14 AM PST by JZelle
John Chaney, the provocateur of Philadelphia, is accustomed to receiving a free pass because of all his humanitarian work. As you know, he helps little old ladies navigate dangerous intersections. He is a father figure to all too many of the fatherless basketball players who elect to play at Temple. He saves lives. You know the well-worn talking points. Chaney teaches life skills with a basketball in his hand, which, to be honest, is beside the point. Chaney appears to have a serious anger-management problem, which is the point.
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And the Atlantic 10 Conference leadership will not do anything to discipline him. They are a joke.
Another reason not to watch sports on TV.
I love watching my teams on TV, but sadly, you are correct... :(
Nothing has happened to the 'goon'. He was just 'obeying the coach'. [also known as 'just following orders']
"Another reason not to watch sports on TV."
There is no reason to watch sports on TV. Go down to your local high school and watch them play. You will be supporting your community, the kids love to have people watch them and you can get your A$$ off the couch.
DISCLAIMER: My wife teaches science and coaches volleyball at our local high school.
Holtz
JeffersonRepublic.com
If this had been Bobby Knight, he would have been fired by now.
Chaney ordered the Code Red!
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