“I see an organization that somewhat leaderless. The people in that organization need mentoring, from the administrators to the head coach. They have a president who in my view has no businessbeing there. Because the guy has no passion for the sport. Obviously a non-paying position, but I don’t think you should be the so-called head of an organization and have no passion for that sport.You have to love the sport.”

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