The University sent out a statement a little while ago from Mark Richt concerning his remarks on Friday about having to cancel practice and not having an indoor practice facility. Says he felt bad about the tone of his statements, like he's ungrateful for what he's got, so he wants to apologize. He's an interesting dude sometimes. How many head coaches do you see issuing apology statements because their tone was too negative while discussing things with reporters?
Anyway, here's what he said in his statement...
I would like to make a public statement following up on my recent comments pertaining to our facilities at UGA.
First I am very proud to be at the University of Georgia. I have poured a lot of my life and energy into this program and I’m thankful every day for where God has placed me. I’m also thankful for the leadership of our University, Athletic Association, and Athletic Board.
Friday’s comments regarding the lack of an indoor practice facility were a knee-jerk reaction to a series of events that happened throughout the day ending with the cancellation of practice due to a storm in the area.
When I actually read my comments late in the day on Saturday I was very disappointed in what I said and the way I said it. It appeared to be someone who was ungrateful for what he had and that is certainly not the case. For that, I want to apologize to President (Michael) Adams, (athletic director) Damon Evans, and the Bulldog Nation.
I am very blessed at UGA and Damon and I have a great working relationship. In fact, we have been working together in planning a project that will provide a major facility improvement.
I want to end by saying that this statement is heartfelt and I was not asked to make it by anyone other than my own conscience.
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We should thank God every day that we have a man of God leading our program. That is what makes it so interesting. He actually listens to his soul, which is rare in this sport. He is far from perfect (arent' we all), but he has a deep desire to do things right and lead our boys in silver britches into becoming great men. I believe that is a champion's way to live, and I think when we finally do win that big championship, we will all feel good about the way we did it.
That's the difference between Richt and the Ol' Ball Coach
That is the difference in Richt and any coach IMO.
One word sums up Mark Richt: Class.
Seriously, no worries coach Richt.
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