Late Models at NSS...

[Andy S]

yeah, but quite often they're still opinionated.

they like to think they're pretty good around Washington, DC. i think production values are better in DC, but the overall quality level of reporting is still abysmal.

I think the problem you get with people like Wilbon and Kornheiser is that they start to believe their own hype and stop writing about the sport. Their columns or appearances all become about managing the media image they've created for themselves. Some of the guys who appear on Around The Horn on ESPN have the same problems.

I think the dream combination is a reporter who is informed enough to know what is going on (my fatal flaw that I'm totally aware of and try to avoid getting into - not knowing nearly enough of the technical side of racing stock cars to bluff it) but also objective enough to realize what needs to be said and have the courage to do it. I think some of the NYC people were like that as the NY media was big enough to mean that the pro sports teams couldn't push those writers out without repercussions. What I hate is writers who become apologists for a team or a sport simply because they know that telling the truth will see all their nice little privileges taken away one by one. Exactly as Jerry described above, in fact. I've met some great reporters who got way too cosy with the teams they covered, and pretty soon would never say a critical word about that club just to avoid it being awkward when they met the owners or players in the private bar afterwards for the post-match free beer and food before the trip home on the team bus.

[flraceguy]

Andy you do well and don't worry about anyone else in your writing... You unlike alot of people stay very equal and fair... I promise next week I will get over there and introduce you to Kim and Mark.... But promise me you will get your shots prior as I am not sure about your safety around Mark or Frasson.... LOL...

Have a great day all...

[Jane]

Sucks ok, I can deal with that Todd. I have written I think 3 times for New Smyrna and Orlando this year but the stories never made it on the website but they were sent out. Hopefully I will write a few more since Volusia will end their 2009 season this Friday with the EERY Enduro which I would have liked to have seen you and your dad in. But I understand if you don't have a car. Economy sucks right now and it isn't easy to race period.

Miss you guys and I am still looking for the puppy if you find one for my friend.

[Todd McCreary]

Sucks ok, I can deal with that Todd.



not that i've ever actually said that. it's just that, if i did say it, i'd want you to report the phrasing properly.