Ignorance...Scram, let's Eracism!

First thing I think...What would Jackie do? The donald sterling situation has been going on for years, in basketball and his other business ventures. This has got to be the end, at least it should be. Unfortunately, the owners/league cannot force him to sell. He loves to go to court and isn't afraid to get sued. Freedom of speech is legit, we all have it and should. But, come on, there finally needs to be some consequences for this behavior. Do the Clippers players and coaches have any choice? If Doc Rivers leaves, it would be a strong statement! If Chris Paul or Blake Griffin go, there's another one. These guys are taking part in some of the best playoffs I've ever seen in the NBA. I don't think it's the players jobs to punish this fool. But, who would want to play for an ignorant and racist owner. What should the league do? What should the players do? The owners and commish need to do something, and quick! The public can take a stand too. We can stop going to games where the Clippers play, home and away. We choose what businesses to support and give money. I would like to see something big happen! As Mark Jackson of the Warriors mentioned, why not have an empty Staples for the playoff game this week. Fans can stand up and make a difference too. That would be incredible!!! If the players keep playing and don't take a stand, then he still makes money. If the players boycott I would be inspired and it's totally courageous! But, if they do play, it's not wrong. The league and the owners need to take control of this situation, NOW! not tomorrow or the next day. I keep thinking What would Jackie (JR42) do?

Who is your Sports Hero? JR42

What is a hero? Someone who drives us, inspires us and motivates us? Where are our heroes? In our schools, on TV, in movies or right here at home? Can we have more than one hero? I find myself thinking about this often, most certainly two specific days a year...January 31st, Jackie Robinson's birthday and April 15th, the day we celebrate Jackie Robinson Day across the country at MLB parks and stadiums. My mom is a hero, my track coach, Andy Roberts, at Syracuse is a hero and my uncle Rick is a hero. All of these people have touched my life personally in some way or another. Unfortunately, I never met JR42. He was out of baseball and the public spotlight when I was just old enough to understand his story. He died the year I went to my first Dodger game. But, lucky for me I at least got to hear his story. I hope other kids had and have that chance. I didn't know Mr. Robinson. He knew not of me, or the thousands of other kids from my generation who might have looked up to him. Who is your hero? Do you have more than one hero? When do you think of that person? Are you someone's hero? I sure hope I am!