Blount article

I chose the Blount article from Edge of Sports. I overall liked the site, as it was easy to navigate and a variety of topics displayed. I chose the Blount article because this event blew up in the news and it's ironic it was on sportsmanship day. In the article the author makes the argument that Blount's punishment is far to harsh for the crime commited. Blount was suspended for the season following the punch of a Boise St. palyer. While the punishment is harsh, I don't feel that The University of Oregon had mush coice. Not only did he punch the player, but follwing, he rushed towards the stands at jeering fans a la Ron Artest. I think that this factored into the length of the punishment. It was an emberassment for the University and the football team. I also feel the University felt pressure from the NCAA as Well as the PAC 10 to make and example of Blount, and suspend him for the season. We also need to take into account Blount's past troubles. He was suspended for the team previously for violation of team rules, and this calls his character into question. While the punishment is harsh, I disagree with the author and feel that the Univerity had no choice.