Have you ever seen a more blatant "it's all about me" situation than the Bobby Petrino story this week? Signed to a 5-year deal earlier this year to lead the NFL's Atlanta Falcons, Petrino quit after only 13 games ( only 3 wins) to take over the head job at Arkansas. Loyalty has not been a high priority in professional sports over the past decade, but this hits an all-time low. This scenario has more to do with pure character and ethics than loyalty. It's all about greed.
Petrino let down his players, his staff, and the organization that took a chance on him. The Falcons owner, Arthur Blanks accurately told how Petrino didn't commit to playing all four quarters like he required of his players. In the end, people like this shouldn't be in your organization. Arkansas - take note.
Do you have people on your team that are just in it for themselves - players, coaches, parents? If you're a high school coach it's not easy just to cut bait and let them go...but you do need to identify them and find ways to not let their agenda distract from what you're trying to accomplish.
One final note - never let the lure of money or the grass looking greener cloud your better judgement. If Petrino had even left after the season, that would be one thing. To adversely effect so many lives like he did is inexcusable. I hearken to the Rotary 3-Way test I've been saying for 14 years:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Is it beneficial to all concerned?
Can you get any better than that?
Dan
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