FSU, the NCAA, and why I won't attend another game until Bowden is gone

FSU put the remark about postseason bans in the report, knowing full well this would be a public document. You can bet when recruits get this document in the mail, the paragraph will be circled with a note asking, “Will FSU get a post-season ban?? Let’s talk.” Don’t shoot the messenger.

FSUBlue, I would encourage you to keep supporting the team in the stands, but I certainly understand your frustrations and would love to see you pick up the phone TODAY. Tell the boosters what you just told us.

Even though I’m sick to my stomach about this turn of events and Bowden makes me want to down a 12 pack everytime he puts on the headset, I still have to go support my Noles when I can.

let’s get back to winning ways………heck, i might even settle for one or two stupid players trying to get a discount at Dillards over this

Been an FSU fan since I was born even though I never went to school there. Always been tough growing up with all my friends arrogant Gator lovers. All I want to see now is the program headed in the right direction, which is flashes sometimes, but other times are scary.

Can we get Bowden to please just retire? If he doesn’t after this season we are in big trouble.

and get plastic surgery before stepping foot on campus.

also, if you are every out grocery shopping and see tall dark haired men in suits and sun glasses…RUN!

kidding.

they will probably be wearing Nike perscription reading glasses and straw hats. When you can hear the sound of their electric golf cart engines its too late!

Yesterday I e-mailed every high-level contact at Seminole Boosters, Inc., the following question: “What is the Seminole Boosters’ position regarding the ongoing NCAA investigation / appeals process?” I’ve received one response, which was from Charlie Barnes:

“Jim, I’ll defer to Andy Miller and Chairman Steve Brown for an official response.

As for me, we’re an arm of the University and our official position is going to be that articulated by the President, most especially when we’re in uncertain waters. I think the feeling of many is that we tried to do the right thing – perhaps went far beyond the right thing – and in turn were treated harshly and unfairly. I wouldn’t put much stock in the speculation of the media. I believe that we’re doing what’s right in protecting due process as well as the integrity of the University.

Charlie"

For the record, I’m not commenting on Charlie’s e-mail right now, just wanted to share it. I will say that I appreciate his quick response and candor.