I like this story from the Blade....

Flipper · Post by **Flipper** » Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:21 pm

http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dl ... /-1/SPORTS

I know that there's a few people on here (or more than a few...) that think we should have a "zero tolerance" policy re disciplinary issues, but after reading this story, I'm more convinced than ever that a case by case approach with a chance for redemption is the way to go.

I think that philosophy is at least a part of the "family" vibe that so many of our players hvae cited when they sign here.

Falconfreak90 · Post by **Falconfreak90** » Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:29 pm

I was 20 once....I needed more than a 2nd chance. I think the "family" vibe is what sets BGSU apart from anyone else. Both in the program and in the BGSU community. People care and want to see others succeed.

BGSU33 · Post by **BGSU33** » Sat Jan 05, 2008 12:45 am

I agree, good story.

h2oville rocket · Post by **h2oville rocket** » Sat Jan 05, 2008 8:04 am

Second chances are good- God knows I've had plenty. Of course I wasted them, but still.... Irony is good, too.

ZuluWarrior · Post by **ZuluWarrior** » Sat Jan 05, 2008 9:33 am

I have been one to speak vociferously that when players misbehave they should be punished, but also given a second chance. The punishment just needs to fit the crime or in some cases the poor judgement. I remember the end of the Blackney days and the player behavior was atrocious. I never want to see BG represented by thugs. This article helps identify the positive and apparently working approach of Brandon is currently using.