To be clear, what the guys did in that common room was really stupid and offensive, even if the worst version of the story wasn't correct. I have yet to see even a "worst version of the story" that explains why JT should have been fired. The quotes in the IL story from a lacrosse alum of color were very powerful. By all accounts he was an exemplary coach and leader of men in a politically sensitive environment. My very naive hope is that coaches band together and agree not to apply for his job. It would be nice to see some peer pressure not to become a scab and cross the picket line. Thoughtful coaching prospects would be wise to take a "there but for the grace of God goes I" approach. He may not want to ever return to Amherst, but I hope that becomes an option. I am reminded of the case of the UVA President a few years ago who was fired by a kooky board and then re-instated shortly thereafter. https://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/16/maga ... uster.htmlVTLaxGuy wrote: ↑Mon May 11, 2020 10:45 am Inside Lacrosse posted this piece about Jon Thompson over the weekend:
https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/ ... tion/56398
Interesting read. Obviously, it's an opinion piece but certainly thought provoking. Have to assume Amherst will be making an announcement of a new HC sometime soon. Haven't heard much in the rumor mill about the search. Will be interesting to see what unfolds.
Short of reinstatement, I hope JT lands on his feet with a head coaching position again soon.
Naive but hopeful.