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I was not going to mention this editoral but, it came up today on the Craig and Mike radio show. Craig and Mike took exception with the Argus on this particular editoral and defended John Stiegelmeier. When Craig and Mike get talking I can not tell which one is talking because their voices and delievery styles are so much alike. At any rate they felt that if a similar incident had happen to Craig or Mike, that they would probably be working at KWSN up to their sentencing but maybe not on the air. They felt Coach was looking out for Anthony because without the ability to practice, what would prevent him from getting into further trouble. This is a troublesome situation. You can not condone what Mr Robinson did, but at the same time, its up to the court to sentence and deliever Mr. Robinson to prison.
In the meantime, I think the school could have civil action taken if they were to dismiss him from the team or to dismiss from school prior to the sentencing. VP Reger has often refused comment on matters like this until the judical system has worked its course and if this is a written policy at SDSU, then some ambulance chaser could have a ball. ;D
No offense, JackJD, I dont think the term ambulance chaser applies to you, or any one else in the legal profession on this board. To me it seems civil suits are won often when someone can prove damage, that occurred contrary to written policy especially if its a visible employer or educational institution like SDSU.
SDSU could be preceived as judge and jury by dismissing him from school and the team prior to sentencing.
I think the Argus is entirely wrong in taking this position. After sentencing, Mr Robinson wont be able to do much of anything. So why make life miserable before the sentence. ???
http://www.argusleader.com/editorial...article1.shtml
Convicted SDSU player should be off football team
Editorial Board
Argus Leader
published: 9/30/2004
Coaches sometimes have to make hard decisions. But the decision facing John Stiegelmeier isn't difficult at all.
Anthony Robinson should be removed from the South Dakota State University football team.
Several days after pleading guilty to two felonies - distribution of marijuana - Robinson still was on the team. And head coach Stiegelmeier wasn't talking about it.
Athletes in trouble is nothing new, and it happens at all levels of competition.
Sometimes, there are questions of what should be done. There shouldn't be any question in this case.
Robinson was caught last June after selling marijuana to two police informants. A search found more than 10 pounds of marijuana in his apartment.
He remained on the football team, practicing but not playing in games.
Earlier this month, Robinson pleaded guilty to two charges - felonies - of distribution of marijuana. A third charge was dropped. Sentencing is Oct. 26, when he faces 20 years in prison and $20,000 in fines.
After Robinson pleaded guilty, Stiegelmeier said he didn't know about that and he'd discuss the situation with his staff. Why wasn't Stiegelmeier following the felony charges against a player?
And what's to discuss? Isn't there a code of conduct for athletes? If there isn't, there should be.
A few days later, Stiegelmeier said Robinson was still on the team roster, still practicing with the team. But he wouldn't say anything else.
Stiegelmeier - and all SDSU administrators - are sending a peculiar message. It's one thing to give an athlete support or to help an athlete through a tough time. Especially if there's a substance abuse problem or the case hasn't wound its way through the court system.
But these are felony charges. Ten pounds of marijuana go beyond a substance abuse problem. And Robinson has been convicted by pleading guilty.
It's time for Stiegelmeier to take action.
In the meantime, I think the school could have civil action taken if they were to dismiss him from the team or to dismiss from school prior to the sentencing. VP Reger has often refused comment on matters like this until the judical system has worked its course and if this is a written policy at SDSU, then some ambulance chaser could have a ball. ;D
No offense, JackJD, I dont think the term ambulance chaser applies to you, or any one else in the legal profession on this board. To me it seems civil suits are won often when someone can prove damage, that occurred contrary to written policy especially if its a visible employer or educational institution like SDSU.
SDSU could be preceived as judge and jury by dismissing him from school and the team prior to sentencing.
I think the Argus is entirely wrong in taking this position. After sentencing, Mr Robinson wont be able to do much of anything. So why make life miserable before the sentence. ???
http://www.argusleader.com/editorial...article1.shtml
Convicted SDSU player should be off football team
Editorial Board
Argus Leader
published: 9/30/2004
Coaches sometimes have to make hard decisions. But the decision facing John Stiegelmeier isn't difficult at all.
Anthony Robinson should be removed from the South Dakota State University football team.
Several days after pleading guilty to two felonies - distribution of marijuana - Robinson still was on the team. And head coach Stiegelmeier wasn't talking about it.
Athletes in trouble is nothing new, and it happens at all levels of competition.
Sometimes, there are questions of what should be done. There shouldn't be any question in this case.
Robinson was caught last June after selling marijuana to two police informants. A search found more than 10 pounds of marijuana in his apartment.
He remained on the football team, practicing but not playing in games.
Earlier this month, Robinson pleaded guilty to two charges - felonies - of distribution of marijuana. A third charge was dropped. Sentencing is Oct. 26, when he faces 20 years in prison and $20,000 in fines.
After Robinson pleaded guilty, Stiegelmeier said he didn't know about that and he'd discuss the situation with his staff. Why wasn't Stiegelmeier following the felony charges against a player?
And what's to discuss? Isn't there a code of conduct for athletes? If there isn't, there should be.
A few days later, Stiegelmeier said Robinson was still on the team roster, still practicing with the team. But he wouldn't say anything else.
Stiegelmeier - and all SDSU administrators - are sending a peculiar message. It's one thing to give an athlete support or to help an athlete through a tough time. Especially if there's a substance abuse problem or the case hasn't wound its way through the court system.
But these are felony charges. Ten pounds of marijuana go beyond a substance abuse problem. And Robinson has been convicted by pleading guilty.
It's time for Stiegelmeier to take action.
Seriously, there's little risk of a civil claim if they cut the guy loose so Stig is probably making the decision based on a number of reasons including, because its just the right thing for the individual at this time as many have commented in this thread.
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