The Shadow Engulfs

If you read yesterday's post you will know what this is about. Joe Paterno announced earlier today that he would retire at the end of the season. I was devastated by this news as it was very apparent that he didn't get to choose his retirement date. It is also tragic that a legend has to be taken down so hard. As I said yesterday, the facts are all not out and that makes it difficult to come to conclusions on this matter. Tonight the Board of Trustees pushed back harder firing the University President as well as Coach Paterno. It was devastating news to hear. The man that took the sidelines every week for the past 46 seasons was fired by the university that used to love him (and he loved it in return). The worst part about this whole scandal is clearly those that were abused. That should not be discarded. Another tragedy is that this scandal will forever be on Paterno's record. It should always be remembered that the coach didn't commit these atrocious acts, but he will largely receive the blame for them. When he eventually passes away (hopefully not soon) this story will be retold about why was fired from Penn State. Gone are the glory days and forgotten is the infamous Coach Joe Pa.