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AlpharettaVol writes:

in response to zackster:

What about the head coach being a role model for youth of E. Tennessee and the state? And, as a role model for the area in general? A school's head coach is better known nationwide than its AD, Chancellor, or President and ,therefore, helps define its reputation. If you really love the University of Tennessee, you will not want a person with Petrino's reputation setting its reputation. You will not want win-at-all-cost. That price is too high.

Everything you say is spot on. I have been following the Vols since Hank Lauricella/Andy Kozar/Doug Atkins days and have more Orange apparel than I can ever wear. Having said that I recognize that life is more than just wins and losses on the football field. A football coach is the most important person in many of these kids' lives. I think the university has an obligation to understand this responsibility and hire a coach who can wins games AND turn out Vols for Life who are Prepared for Life. In other words, run as fast as you can away from Petrino!

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