As most of us already know the interesting and shocking story about Tiger Wood's and his mistresses, he finally went public and offered an appolgy on Feburary 19, 2010. In his apolgy speech he focused on his wife, his children, friends, co-workers, and the public fans who looked to him as a role model. The speech was around 14 minutes and with 40 of his closest associates. The apologetic toned Wood's keep his speech on a constant flow, only to raise his voice during the time in his speech where he defends his wife from violently attcking him. He makes a point that the reason he thought he could get aways with such behavior was because he, "worked hard his whole life" to get to where he is (finacially and famously) and "normal rules didn't apply to him." He felt he was "entiled" to act the way he did, and "thanks to money and fame," his tempations were easy to find. Tiger basically knows he was selfish and knows about all the people he has hurt and dissapointed. He wants to live a life of entegrity and he believes, "its not about what you achieve in life, its about what you overcome."
There are three kinds of people the circle around Tiger Wood's issue and they all will have a different approach on forgiving him. First is the people that will never like him again, second is the people who will forgive and help him on his way to a postive future, and lastly is the people who realy don't care about the issue. I simply was pretty shocked at first when I heard about his issue, but I didn't go overboard and what to know every little detail about it. I guess I was one of those people who didn't really care much for it. Either way the guy is doing the first step to a better life and he cant change the past.
On another note, Tiger Wood's behavior gave the media a craze to work with and he will always be known for this. Many comedians have made jokes and quotes about this issue and the audiences thrive off of celebrity mess ups. I recently play a simple game called Tiger Woods Wife Outrun, I got the score of 62 on it. Try and play, its nothing special but kind of funny if you are simply minded like me. Tell me your score in your comment below..haha
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Taking Concussions Seriously
Being a competitive football player myself, I never want to be pulled out of any game. I have played through arms that lost feeling, sprained ankles, broken fingers, and even stayed in after feeling the effects of a concussion. Yes most impact athletes know the importance and the blah blah blah about concussions, but after reading this article and watching this video, I myself will take the signs of concussions more seriously.
The Issue
The CNN article that I came across was about one 17 year old quarter back named Max Conradt who was playing through concussions. Focusing on his struggles, his recovery, and his over all life after he got out of the hospital showed the first hand seriousness that needs to be taken.
After one of Max's games, he was staggering off to his parents, complained about his head and chin hurting. Before his mother could respond, Max collasped. At the hospital the doctors told the Conradt's that he was going to die. Not many people are aware of this, but durring football games, some player have pasted away from bone crushing hits. From the NFL, down to High school and junior high, all these levels have had player die from concussion related injuries.
In 2008, a 14 year old player past away after complaining about headaches, but still practicing and playing in games. In the same year a 16 year old linebacker from New Jersey died after suffering two concusions in a few weeks. A better outcome came to Max, but at the cost of his mental abilities. He survived his brain injuries, but he has the mental capacity of a 9 year old. It is almost eight years from the day that he suffered his concussion, and now 25 years old, he has to be cared for in a assisted living facility.
What needs to be done? What is being done?
Coaches need to be aware of the signs of concussion. If there are any signs, the coach need to take the player out and not let him back in until cleared. Physical trainers will have to have certain test that they can conduct on player to see is they past the tests. In many state the legislation of "Zackery Lystedt Brian project" is being passed to pull out players after suffering a concusion, and have coaches go through rigorous trianning before being able to pursue jobs.
The Issue
The CNN article that I came across was about one 17 year old quarter back named Max Conradt who was playing through concussions. Focusing on his struggles, his recovery, and his over all life after he got out of the hospital showed the first hand seriousness that needs to be taken.
After one of Max's games, he was staggering off to his parents, complained about his head and chin hurting. Before his mother could respond, Max collasped. At the hospital the doctors told the Conradt's that he was going to die. Not many people are aware of this, but durring football games, some player have pasted away from bone crushing hits. From the NFL, down to High school and junior high, all these levels have had player die from concussion related injuries.
In 2008, a 14 year old player past away after complaining about headaches, but still practicing and playing in games. In the same year a 16 year old linebacker from New Jersey died after suffering two concusions in a few weeks. A better outcome came to Max, but at the cost of his mental abilities. He survived his brain injuries, but he has the mental capacity of a 9 year old. It is almost eight years from the day that he suffered his concussion, and now 25 years old, he has to be cared for in a assisted living facility.
What needs to be done? What is being done?
Coaches need to be aware of the signs of concussion. If there are any signs, the coach need to take the player out and not let him back in until cleared. Physical trainers will have to have certain test that they can conduct on player to see is they past the tests. In many state the legislation of "Zackery Lystedt Brian project" is being passed to pull out players after suffering a concusion, and have coaches go through rigorous trianning before being able to pursue jobs.
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