somewhat OT - what's wrong with the coaches at this school?

[Juulie Downs]

Originally Posted by Tim C

Actually my opinions about Ms Downs have been established by the (dis)advantage of actually watching her work games.

LOL!! Well, I've never claimed to be any more than a very mediocre ref. I also am a lousy cook, own an ugly house, and have a face only a mother could love.

Originally Posted by Tim C

I have also read all of her articles on this website.

And I (at one time) had read all of yours.

Originally Posted by Tim C

My view of Ms Downs have never been hidden as I commented concerning some of her actions, philosophies and activities in my former column on this site.

Yep, you've always been very upfront about your opinions about pretty much everything...

Originally Posted by Tim C

In my opinion Downs clearly tried to insinuate that some how a local high school had tried to cover up this illegal activity.

Thank you for acknowledging that it's your inference, rather than my implication. I can see how you might have mis-interpreted what I said, but once I stated clearly that "insinuation" wasn't my intention, I think you could have backed off a little. (Wow, lots if words in those sentences that start with I!)

Originally Posted by Tim C

The original OP HOWEVER was spot on about the one school who has continued to have inappropriate behavior from many on the coaching staff.

Yea, and about another coach from a different school who had inappropriate behavior. Over the years, in various parts of the Portland area, there have been coaches in different schools caught in behavior that reflects badly on them and their school. It's always sad.

I still don't see what any of that has to do with my reffing abilities.