{"id":54789,"date":"2013-05-29T13:04:24","date_gmt":"2013-05-29T13:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rcntv.rcn.com\/?p=54789"},"modified":"2023-04-13T15:31:27","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T15:31:27","slug":"what-were-they-possibly-thinking-behind-the-mic-may-29th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.astound.com\/atvn\/what-were-they-possibly-thinking-behind-the-mic-may-29th\/","title":{"rendered":"Behind the Mic: What Were They Possibly Thinking?"},"content":{"rendered":"

I am not dumb enough to think that terrific athletes or sports personalities are necessarily, also, intelligent people. But, all too often these days, there are incidents that force average \u201cJoes\u201d like me to wonder, smart or not, what were they possibly thinking?<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s start with Ozzie Guillen<\/a> who recently managed the Miami Marlins. One of the reasons he was chosen was because he related well to Spanish-speaking citizens in and around Miami. So what does he do? He talks about his respect and admiration for Fidel Castro in a city where many Cubans have fled Cuba because of their hatred for the Cuban leader. What was he possibly thinking?<\/p>\n

Dennis Rodman<\/a> visits the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, who runs death camps and oppresses his people. Rodman said, \u201cHe\u2019s a good guy to me. He\u2019s my friend.\u201d Rodman totally disregarded all of the tragic history of the country and the man. Rodman\u2019s statement implies that those who have suffered have earned their suffering. Otherwise this \u201cgood guy\u201d would not have done these evil things. Dennis, what were you possibly thinking?<\/p>\n

Sergio Garcia<\/a>, one of the most recognizable members of the PGA tour and loaded with product endorsements, attacks Tiger Woods<\/a> for an unsportsmanlike incident which turned out to be totally inaccurate. He not only doesn\u2019t retract what he said, but he also doesn\u2019t apologize and further tarnishes his image with a racist comment about serving \u201cfried chicken\u201d if he had Tiger over for dinner. All he had to do was ascertain the facts about the incident and keep his mouth shut. He didn\u2019t do either! Instead of continuing to be a popular golfer, he will lose future endorsements and constantly hear a chorus of boos from the galleries. He goes from good guy to bad guy because of an incorrect interpretation. What was he possibly thinking?<\/p>\n

Notre Dame went to College Football\u2019s National Championship game last year with freshman quarterback, Everett Golson<\/a>. Golson was looking at three more years playing the most glorious position at college football\u2019s most historical football institution and the adulation that comes with THAT territory. All he had to do was just stay in school. However, Everett Golson is no longer enrolled because of \u201cpoor academic judgment.\u201d We do not know what he did \u2013 cut classes, cheated on tests, had someone take his tests, failed too many courses – the list could go on and on. The bottom line and most obvious question is, \u201cWhat was he thinking?\u201d<\/p>\n

I could certainly give you more examples \u2013 NBA\u2019er Andrew Bynum<\/a> bowling on a bum knee, causing him to now have two bum knees; NBA\u2019er Amare Stoudamire<\/a> punching a glass fire extinguisher following a loss to Miami; Lance Armstrong<\/a>\u2019s arrogance in denying his use of illegal substances when he knew he had been caught; etc., etc. I wish I could understand what they were thinking. But, alas, I cannot!<\/p>\n

ABOVE THE EARS (SOME MUSINGS)<\/p>\n

1. I have tried to watch the Phillies, but their pitching is bad and the hitting is worse. They are getting to be an old baseball team and it is showing.<\/p>\n

2. Heartbreak occurred at the Indianapolis Speedway again for the Andretti family (Mario, Michael, Marco). Marco was right there, kept all the locals in front of the TV, and, once again, fate dealt a stunning blow with a caution flag that cemented defeat and a fourth place finish for Marco. The family says there is no curse; I do not believe in curses; but, if I did, the Andretti history at Indianapolis would certainly qualify as one.<\/p>\n

3. Tiger Woods, whose golf schedule is certainly limited, has agreed to play in the Turkish Airlines Open in Europe. Why there, you may wonder. There is a $7 million purse. Still wondering?<\/p>\n

4. I needed to prepare for the District XI baseball championships over the holiday weekend. It is very difficult to get information when schools are not in session. I finally got everything I needed Monday night at @ 10:30 (after numerous phone calls to coaches). I worked all day Sunday with what I had. Guess what? The games were rained out on Tuesday and one of the games (already done) was moved and will not be televised. I am not complaining; just a little venting. Thanks for listening.<\/p>\n

5. I am hosting Sportstalk next Thursday (June 6) and the panel will be discussing the best 5 high school football players at various positions. Dick Tracy, Dennis Laub and Joe Craig will offer their lists. Join us with your opinions. I am sure there will be many.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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