Headlines for 17 June 08

Sorry for the hiatus. The Coach took an extended weekend to enjoy some Rock Band and the US Open. Here's my take on today's headlines.

The Mets fired Willie Randolph. The Coach has never been fired; I'm just too good. But my heart breaks for dear Willie. Everybody saw this coming, but the Mets did it in the most classless way possible. The front office is as much to blame as anyone, seeing as they only made one significant offseason move (Johann Santana) and figured that's all they needed.

Tiger Woods won the US Open in the most dramatic fashion. It took an 18 hole playoff AND an extra "sudden death elimination" hole. Much dap to Rocco Mediate, who had the tournament of his life. It just goes to show why there's Tiger and then there's everyone else.

Javon Walker, WR, Oakland Raiders, was robbed and assaulted in Las Vegas. Thankfully, he may be released from the hospital as early as today. Now, as I've said before, the Coach loves to gamble. However, I would strictly forbid my players from stepping foot in Vegas. Nothing good ever comes of athlete's being there (see: Pacman Jones). Now, don't get me wrong, I don't blame Walker for this incident. Players just need to realize that not only do they become icons and role models, but they also become targets.

That's all for today. I'll be entering the studio later today to film Episode 003 of "Hey Coach Havana" so keep an eye out for that. Until then, GET SOME BALLS!!!

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Listening to: Elvis Costello - (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love And Understanding?
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