African American Officials in the NCAA Tourney

[jeffpea]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

I know someone who sent Mr. Adams an email on this subject. It was not sent anonymously. And Mr. Adams responded right away. My friend was satisfied by Mr. Adams response.

While I know John Adams a little (very little in fact), it strikes me that he IS interested in "grooming" younger/newer/other (how ever you want to phase it) officials. Evidence of that is the lack of some long-time, big name officials in this years' tournament (see the previous thread about the "Notable Abscences"). John does not sugar-coat things...if you can work, he'll use you.

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by jeffpea

While I know John Adams a little (very little in fact), it strikes me that he IS interested in "grooming" younger/newer/other (how ever you want to phase it) officials. Evidence of that is the lack of some long-time, big name officials in this years' tournament (see the previous thread about the "Notable Abscences"). John does not sugar-coat things...if you can work, he'll use you.

Yep.

Peace

[Adam]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

Eric Holder was right.

Peace

Mark your calendar, it won't happen often.

[Adam]

Okay, I'll jump in here.

What are you suggesting?
1. Adams is a racist?
2. We should have a quota system to ensure the percentage of AA officials equals the percentage of AA players?

You can't compare the percentage of officials to the percentage of players, apples and oranges. The percentage of AA players is skewed in comparison to those who officiate.

Compare the percentage of AA officials in the tourney to the percentage of AA officials eligible.

Compare the percentage of AA offiicals in your local area to the percentage of AA citizens in the population.