Comments on: Column: Michigan Football’s Cautionary Tale

By: Mark A. Hiselman

Mark A. Hiselman — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 07:16:26 +0000

I developed tremendous respect for the student-athletes I tutored at U of M years ago. To think and act like a champion required self discipline. For some on particularly difficult days, each action had purpose. Being a champion required intent; being a leader inspired teammates.
Most students use their mental energy to control their intellect. But a student-athlete also has to use the mind to excel physically, and to aid the team by inspiring their intellectual, physical and spiritual development. By aiding the team, the athlete matures emotionally. When a coach understands the metaphysics of the complete sportsman, each Michigan Wolverine will exceed internal limitations.

By: junior

junior — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 21:04:19 +0000

The Rich Rodriguez era was a sad chapter in the University of Michigan football program.

His constant conflicts with boosters. His turbulent personal financial and legal matters detracted from the operation of what had been one of America’s premiere college football programs.

I wish Mr. Rodriguez well but hope the University of Michigan administration uses greater care in the selection of a successor.

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:54:29 +0000

It has seemed to me, for some time now, that to call college football “amateur” is quite a stretch. It seems much more like “unpaid minor league” play to me these days.

By: Mike Hartwell

Mike Hartwell — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 15:22:47 +0000

Thanks.