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Originally posted by coachtwink:
However, slandering someone on a public forum and not backing up those statements sets a poor example for the young people on this forum. I further state that Richard's lack of response indicates that he has no basis for his statements, as we all know his research abilities. If there were a case in which I set a poor example, he would surely be able to find the quote and present it for our viewing.

I take great pride in being a positive influence on the young people I come in contact with, and when someone questions my abilities in doing so, it concerns me a great deal.
This is the first I have read the full responses to this thread. I received a private e-mail indicating I was accused of slander, and therefore I read the thread. As a general rule I do not read threads which have a large amount of responses, simply as I wish to avoid the inevitable nonsense posts such as those by Koranda.

Slander: the act of saying something false or malicious that damages somebody’s reputation

It is difficult slander a pseudonym! If I had mentioned a name such as Kale Mann, then one may have a legitimate complaint. If coachtwink has reviewed all his previous posts, I am certain he will be able to ascertain why I came to the conclusion I have.

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Originally posted by pennywise#2:
Richard,

Just so you know my name is Ron James, I live in Manhattan and teach 3rd grade at Ware Elementary on post at Fort Riley. I was a coach at Manhattan for the 2002-03, and 2003-04 seasons. Do you need to know any other personal information on me?

So, let me ask again:

Richard, which coach said that Manhattan choked, because first of all I don't think second place is choking, not finishing in the top 10 would be choking. Secondly, how exactly was Manhattan the favorite when Aquinas has been ranked ahead of Manhattan almost the entire season and they qualified just as many wrestlers? So, does that mean that Aquinas' regional was weak also?

I can only assume that whatever coach said this must have been a STA coach since in his opinion anything less than first place is choking.
Dear Mr. James:

I had no conversation with any St. Thomas Aquinas coach until after the tournament when they were waiting for their team picture.

I do not disclose the names of individuals with whom I have conversations, as these conversations were private.


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Originally posted by Shane Koranda:
Gentlemen,

If you look at Richard's activity since this blew up, he's scaled by his dose of comments: 16 posts since this thread on 2/27...

It seems that he's not liking a taste of his own medicine and concentrating on the college board now...

(I'd like to point out I typed in Microsoft Word 2003 and copied/pasted to prevent typos. I've also included my real name too.)
AS for Koranda, April 15 2005 should be a very interesting day for you. Is that not the day when contract renewals are due. Your renewal will be a surprise!

Richard D. Salyer