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Mon Aug 22, 2005, 02:55pm
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Fellow Official US Army Colonel Kenny Clark, A-10 and Big East is spearheading an effort in the desert of Kuwait that brings Div 1 coaches over to coach post level players.
As part of the America Supports You Campaign, Operation Hardwood will consist of 8 NCAA coaches and sports personalities who will coach 8 13-member military teams in Kuwait 28-31 August on Camp Arifjan. COL Clark is leading the charge in training the officials, all of which are Soldiers serving in the Middle East. IAABO is working with him to get him current rule books and other training materials so that the officials up to speed regarding the current NCAA rules, coverages,etc. Wish Brother Referee the best as he attempts to bring a little taste of home to the hot desert. The coaches include: Coaches Mike Jarvis St John's (former) Mark Gottfried Alabama Tom Izzo Mich. St Bobby Cremins Georgia Tech (former) Dave Odem South Carolina Bobby Lutz (Lootz) UNC Charlotte Kelvin Sampsom Oklahoma Jay Bilas ESPN, Fmr Duke Player 
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Mon Aug 22, 2005, 06:43pm
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Any word on if they're looking for donations or other help? Ken's one of the best in the A-10, and I'd definately like to help his efforts out if I can.
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"To win the game is great. To play the game is greater. But to love the game is the greatest of all."
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Thu Aug 25, 2005, 11:20am
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Mark: Here is Kenny's direct NIPR account (non-secret) email address: [email protected] I am sure he might use whatever you may have for his officials over the course of the year he is in theater.
Michael Byrd
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