Man, I had to prove we moved here from Georgia and didn't have family still living there or son would have to sit out a year.
You guys that are complaining are all a bunch of self-righteous idiots. If you knew the family situation, you would know that the move was for all the right reasons and for the whole family's benefit. This is a family with stepchildren who are trying to make things work for them. The move put them closer to the stepsons and is keeping things right in their life.
As for his ability to play, only the coaches in Coppell will decide. He did make the Junior Olympic Trial team last summer and has had several pro and college scouts out to see him already (talked to one myself). My understanding is that they were wondering why he wasn't playing more. If FM's coach didn't want to play him, he certainly shouldn't care whether he leaves. Diamond Girl: I also know for a fact the kid hasn't been in trouble a day in his life and is well liked by his FM teammates (my son is one of those).
Finally, who are you guys to decide which parent the kid or any of his siblings lives with? Frankly, it's a private decision and none of your business.
As for his ability to play, only the coaches in Coppell will decide. He did make the Junior Olympic Trial team last summer and has had several pro and college scouts out to see him already (talked to one myself). My understanding is that they were wondering why he wasn't playing more. If FM's coach didn't want to play him, he certainly shouldn't care whether he leaves. Diamond Girl: I also know for a fact the kid hasn't been in trouble a day in his life and is well liked by his FM teammates (my son is one of those).
Finally, who are you guys to decide which parent the kid or any of his siblings lives with? Frankly, it's a private decision and none of your business.
quote:Originally posted by FmJags1330:
My information extends a bit beyond just this, but out of respect, I don't believe much of it really needs to be known. I feel I should remind many people here that they are indeed adults and maybe their conjectures are best left off this site.
-WMN
Is that the pot calling the kettle black? Part of the success of a message board is speculation and conjecture. The only difference, I see, is that you believe you have facts.
I'll contribute a fact. My son played with the aforementioned and thought a lot of him. Respected his skill and ability, and enjoyed his humor and wit. I don't think anyone on this forum is condemning the child here. As you stated, we're adults and know how to conduct ourselves on a message board. Otherwise, the moderator's get to do their job. JMHO
quote:Originally posted by helecop:
You guys that are complaining are all a bunch of self-righteous idiots.
This would probably be a good place for a moderator to step in.
He and his family have gone through a lot. The move is not sports related, in my opinion. He was getting good playing time at the top program for baseball in the area...If anything involved with this move were related to sports, it would most definately be football and not baseball making that decision. He will be Coppell's starting QB next year if this move and the UIL don't effect it.
Wish him the best of luck. We all hope the best for him and making the smooth transfer..This has to be a tough thing for a 16 year old to have to go through. Looking forward to watching him play. Let's Not Judge other people.
Without reading every single post, blackhawk-knowing you personally I know you mean no harm, but please remove the name unless it's already been mentioned.
I've been out watching baseball tonight -- I think we should take a respectful, wait-and-see approach to further discussion on this topic. I see no idiotic posts, well one perhaps. 
It sounds to me like the athlete is well-liked and I'm sure he will do well in his new situation. I wish him the best with this life adjustment. I'm sure his parents want the best for him (as we all do) and I imagine they see the move as a fresh start rather than a chance to avoid adversity.
I'm going to close this topic for a while -- we can discuss it again later, if it makes sense to do so.
It sounds to me like the athlete is well-liked and I'm sure he will do well in his new situation. I wish him the best with this life adjustment. I'm sure his parents want the best for him (as we all do) and I imagine they see the move as a fresh start rather than a chance to avoid adversity. I'm going to close this topic for a while -- we can discuss it again later, if it makes sense to do so.