Category Archives: WTL (Where’s the Line?)

Why are we surprised coaches lie about new jobs?

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One thing that I have never understood is why we are surprised when coaches lie about taking or looking for new jobs. If ever the mantra of “Don’t ask, don’t tell” should be applied it is in this one setting. … finish reading Why are we surprised coaches lie about new jobs?

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Penn State bowl discussion? They should play

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite all of the problems that have occurred at PSU, the one group who should not be punished is the football team. The players have done nothing wrong. And while the entire institution deserves to be punished, there are more … finish reading Penn State bowl discussion? They should play

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Should schools enforce social media silence?

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

First amendment is often brought up as a rationale but it probably is not applicable to sports team.  But the question is whether or not there is a basis for the schools to ban the use of social media. Interesting … finish reading Should schools enforce social media silence?

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Dan Bernstein: Time for Coaches to Actually Teach

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the wake of the PSU scandal, one lesson learned is that people need to speak out more. WSCR’s Dan Bernstein takes coaches to task for failing to teach despite their claims that is what they want to do. Someone … finish reading Dan Bernstein: Time for Coaches to Actually Teach

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Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Penn state scandal is a call to action For Immediate Release                                                              For More Information Contact: November 14, 2011                                                                   Dana Brueck 608/266-1221 MADISON — The Penn State child sexual assault scandal has put the issue of child abuse exactly where … finish reading Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

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Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the last week, the events at Penn State involving their football program and legendary coach Joe Paterno have taken over the news world. With such a big story connected to sports, coaching, leadership, morals, etc, The Positive Coaching Alliance … finish reading Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

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UFC files against NY State ban based on First Amendment

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

UFC has tried a lot of approaches to get approval from the State of New York to reverse the ban on live fights.  The latest involves their efforts to use a first amendment claim to shield the bouts under freedom … finish reading UFC files against NY State ban based on First Amendment

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Where does the Penn State saga leave us

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

What a wild week at Penn State Where does the school go from here?  How do they play a football game on Saturday What is the best way to proceed. The opinions vary widely and many questions remain: Here’s how … finish reading Where does the Penn State saga leave us

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Harbaugh upset with Heinz Field music

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

John Harbaugh was upset with the music that he felt was characterizing his QB as a woman.

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Amaechi speaks out on anti-gay sentiment in British sport; and on much more

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

John Amaechi was the first openly gay former NBA player.  He is outspoken about anti-gay prejudice.  Perhaps more importantly he speaks out about the failure of professional athletes to make more of an impact of society.  And it is interesting because … finish reading Amaechi speaks out on anti-gay sentiment in British sport; and on much more

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FIFA to minimize requirement of red cards on penalty area offenses

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is bad enough that every minor foul in the penalty area results in a penalty kick, a sanction severe enough to decide many matches. At least now FIFA is looking for alternatives which would allow the officials not to … finish reading FIFA to minimize requirement of red cards on penalty area offenses

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Bobby Knight calls to recruits might be violations for Lamar

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Lamar is looking into whether new men’s basketball coach Pat Knight violated an NCAA rule by allowing two recruits to speak with his father, former Indiana coach Bob Knight. The Indianapolis Star reported that Indiana high school players Donnell Minton … finish reading Bobby Knight calls to recruits might be violations for Lamar

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Michigan State conduct under review by the Big Ten

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Michigan fans were up in arms Saturday over the alleged cheap shots and late hits which occurred in the Michigan State game.  Despite the loss, Michigan fans claimed that their anger at the conduct had nothing to do with the … finish reading Michigan State conduct under review by the Big Ten

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Senators looking to ban tobacco from World Series

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Yes I understand that the World Series is a big stage and that the athletes are role models, but it hardly seems like a good use of congressional resources to start to get into debates over tobacco at this point. … finish reading Senators looking to ban tobacco from World Series

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Why do coaches get preferential treatment?

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Shouldn’t NFL coaches be held to a higher standard than the players on the field?  Apparently the NFL does not think so as it declined to sanction or fine either Niners coach Jim Harbaugh or Lions coach Jim Schwartz for … finish reading Why do coaches get preferential treatment?

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FIFA institutes match-fixer amnesty

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the last attempt to get rid of the match fixing that is rampant in European soccer, and really soccer around the world, FIFA has decided to institue a match-fixer amnesty, as well as put in rewards for those providing … finish reading FIFA institutes match-fixer amnesty

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HGH testing not agreed upon by league, NFLPA

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While the HGH testing was apparently part of the negotiations for the new collective bargaining agreement, it also underscores the problems that arise when parties leave issues open with the description of “we will agree to agree” on how to handle … finish reading HGH testing not agreed upon by league, NFLPA

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ACC admits officials error in FSU-Wake game

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Atlantic Coast Conference acknowledged a referee made a “clear mistake” during a first-down measurement during the Florida State-Wake Forest football game according to the Tallahassee Democrat. During the third quarter of the game, ACC officials were measuring whether a … finish reading ACC admits officials error in FSU-Wake game

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North Carolina Secretary of State sues NCAA

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NCAA claims to investigate issues relating to agent involvement in incidents that cause eligibility problems.   But when a state finally decides to do a real investigation into the issues and wants to get cooperation and documentation from the NCAA, … finish reading North Carolina Secretary of State sues NCAA

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Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While concussions have taken on a high profile focus around the world of college and professional sports, Washington Capital player rep Brooks Laich believes that the league has gone too far in the rules  that have been implemented and used … finish reading Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

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