| |
 |
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
| |
| Grumpy Old Pharts Board Gerritol, Ex-Lax, Immodium, Bad Breath - all requirements for the Grumpy Board |
 |
08-11-2012, 12:32 PM
|
#1
|
|
Callinectes sapidus
Join Date: Oct 2001
Posts: 6,263
|
Olympics Gripe
Gripe first....What is it with these athletes (mostly foreign) that when after winning a "Gold" medal, they make statements like......"I knew I would prove that I was the best in the world!!"....
What happened to representing your country in a humble manner??? I can't say I've witnessed any American Olympians react in this selfish way.....but have seen many others do it. Very upsetting...I enjoy watching the Olympics, but look at it as a Team event, EVEN IN INDIVIDUAL COMPETITIONS....just how I look at it anyway...
Then to add to my feeling this way, I caught the special-footage on our "Dream Team". Actually had goose bumps watching high-lights from many of the games. WHAT A TEAM THAT WAS, THERE WILL NEVER BE A TEAM LIKE THAT AGAIN... Loved to hear how the LOVED representing THEIR COUNTRY.
Also didn't hear Michael Phelps talk about how he is the BEST in the world, or how he has the most medals ever??? Other countries need to continue to LEARN from us, instead of hate us.
Grumpage over for now....  |
 ... it finally happened, there are no more secret spots
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 12:39 PM
|
#2
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: RI
Posts: 21,184
|
I think the US team has been very good about showing they're there to represent the USA.
-spence
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 05:26 PM
|
#3
|
|
lobster = striper bait
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Popes Island Performing Arts Center
Posts: 5,871
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by spence
I think the US team has been very good about showing they're there to represent the USA.
-spence
|
....except some of the gymnasts... including the one from new england
Guess we won't mention that Usain Bolt stopped an interview when the US national anthem came on out of respect.
Last edited by likwid; 08-12-2012 at 06:14 PM..
|
Ski Quicks Hole
|
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 02:49 PM
|
#4
|
|
Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
Posts: 18,178
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by bloocrab
I can't say I've witnessed any American Olympians react in this selfish way.....but have seen many others do it.
|
Then you didn't see the US Women's Soccer Team.....
Backlash over Team USA?s Nike gold medal T-shirts | Olympics Blog | an SFGate.com blog |
"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
|
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 03:01 PM
|
#5
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Easton, MA
Posts: 5,737
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman
|
That's a Nike shirt, they didn't choose it. Besides, what's so bad about the shirts, anyways? Maybe a little cocky, but I don't see the slogan as being all that disrespectful.
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device |
Conservatism is not about leaving people behind. Conservatism is about empowering people to catch up, to give them tools at their disposal that make it possible for them to access all the hope, all the promise, all the opportunity that America offers. - Marco Rubio
|
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 03:38 PM
|
#6
|
|
Registered Grandpa
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: east coast
Posts: 8,592
|
All this "I'm #1 " stuff was started by Joe Namath when he ran off the field putting
his pointer finger in the air after defeating the Baltimore Colts.
He did it to rub in his animate prediction they would beat the Colts.
All about "Broadway Joe".
All the young kids picked up on it and it spread from that point.
|
" Choose Life "
|
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 03:43 PM
|
#7
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: RI
Posts: 21,184
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by fishbones
That's a Nike shirt, they didn't choose it. Besides, what's so bad about the shirts, anyways? Maybe a little cocky, but I don't see the slogan as being all that disrespectful.
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device
|
Probably against Olympic rules. Nike isn't a sponsor...
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device |
|
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 11:53 AM
|
#8
|
|
Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
Posts: 18,178
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by fishbones
That's a Nike shirt, they didn't choose it.
|
So the excuse is they are grown-ups that can't dress themselves...
Why not just get on the podium and let them play your national anthem for you while you receive your medals....simple enough formula |
"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 12:35 PM
|
#9
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Easton, MA
Posts: 5,737
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman
So the excuse is they are grown-ups that can't dress themselves...
Why not just get on the podium and let them play your national anthem for you while you receive your medals....simple enough formula
|
So when a football team wins a championship, they should refuse to put on the shirts and hats given to them?
Come on, if it hurts the losing teams feelings, maybe they should play better so the US doesn't have the opportunity to celebrate. By the way, is their cockiness any worse or distasteful than Usain Bolts celebrations and proclamations? No one seems to mind him telling everyone how great he is.
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device |
Conservatism is not about leaving people behind. Conservatism is about empowering people to catch up, to give them tools at their disposal that make it possible for them to access all the hope, all the promise, all the opportunity that America offers. - Marco Rubio
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 01:43 PM
|
#10
|
|
Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
Posts: 18,178
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by fishbones
So when a football team wins a championship, they should refuse to put on the shirts and hats given to them?
Come on, if it hurts the losing teams feelings, maybe they should play better so the US doesn't have the opportunity to celebrate. By the way, is their cockiness any worse or distasteful than Usain Bolts celebrations and proclamations? No one seems to mind him telling everyone how great he is.
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device
|
Is that Football Team playing for the United States?
and topic of this thread is all about not liking the self proclaiming "I'm the Greatest".....Don't remember me saying I had no problem with usain doing it either.
Last edited by The Dad Fisherman; 08-13-2012 at 03:26 AM..
|
"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
|
|
|
|
|
08-11-2012, 07:19 PM
|
#11
|
|
Jiggin' Leper Lawyer
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: 61° 30′ 0″ N, 23° 46′ 0″ E
Posts: 8,128
|
It's because we only pay attention to the Olympic sports every 4 years, and only to our own athletes.
Most Olympic sports, like track, swimming, cycling, gymnastics and so on draw enormous attention every season overseas. The athletes are celebrities, like our pro stars in the major sports. They compete as individuals in meets all the time, so proving their superiority as individuals is part of their make-up---as it is among most pro athletes in the US. Being recognized as the best QB of this era is as important to Tom Brady as winning games is---don't doubt that for a minute.
|
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools, because they have to say something.
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 07:32 AM
|
#12
|
|
BigFish Bait Co.
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Hanover
Posts: 23,392
|
Bolt should now be known as "Dolt"!!
|
Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 07:37 AM
|
#13
|
|
Jiggin' Leper Lawyer
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: 61° 30′ 0″ N, 23° 46′ 0″ E
Posts: 8,128
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by BigFish
Bolt should now be known as "Dolt"!!
|
He's no bigger a jerk than Carl Lewis was. And still is. |
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools, because they have to say something.
|
|
|
|
|
08-12-2012, 01:32 PM
|
#14
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2000
Location: Cumberland,RI
Posts: 8,555
|
The truly great ones let others say they are the best , they never say it themselves. I guess if you are insecure in your momentary flash of fame , you need to shout it loud to be sure you are noticed.
Bolt is a clown.
|
Saltheart
Custom Crafted Rods by Saltheart
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 08:26 AM
|
#15
|
|
xxx
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Playin' in the Dark
Posts: 2,407
|
personally don't have any problem with athletes being "me first". they are celebrating something that they accomplished as an individual or team, not that we accomplished as a country. for some it may be an honor to represent country, but most if not all are there for themselves first and foremost (except maybe the chinese who are forced to be there).
|
"Remember, my friend, that knowledge is stronger than memory, and we should not trust the weaker" - Van Helsing
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 08:37 AM
|
#16
|
|
Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Somewhere between OOB & west of Watch Hill
Posts: 35,018
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by likwid
Guess we won't mention that Usain Bolt stopped an interview when the US national anthem came on out of respect.
|
I saw that too and he was very humble and respectful when he did that.  |
~Fix the Bait~ ~Pogies Forever~
Striped Bass Fishing - All Stripers
Kobayashi Maru Election - there is no way to win.
Apocalypse is Coming:
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 09:54 AM
|
#17
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Warwick RI,02889
Posts: 11,723
|
Sucked , that they stopped the closing event to air some new show & then ya had to pick it up later 
I taped it |
ENJOY WHAT YOU HAVE !!!
MIKE
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 11:17 AM
|
#18
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ma
Posts: 51
|
The closing ceremony is my olympics gripe.
I like to watch the all the events and the reason that I enjoy the olympics is for the "Best in the World" competition.
Kinda like the Superbowl halftime nonsense.  |
Fish hard, Live long
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 02:45 PM
|
#19
|
|
lobster = striper bait
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Popes Island Performing Arts Center
Posts: 5,871
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnR
I saw that too and he was very humble and respectful when he did that. |
I am highly amused that both the 100 and 200 he turned off the afterburners for the finish line. Why bother breaking your own record when you can save that for next time?
He did have to keep it going in the 4x100 due to the American having a very very slight jump on him (and ran his heart out, what a hell of a position to be in, anchor against bolt)
Dude is a beast, I'm sure he's not done, and he's damn hilarious. |
Ski Quicks Hole
|
|
|
|
|
08-13-2012, 07:48 PM
|
#20
|
|
Jiggin' Leper Lawyer
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: 61° 30′ 0″ N, 23° 46′ 0″ E
Posts: 8,128
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by likwid
I am highly amused that both the 100 and 200 he turned off the afterburners for the finish line. Why bother breaking your own record when you can save that for next time?
He did have to keep it going in the 4x100 due to the American having a very very slight jump on him (and ran his heart out, what a hell of a position to be in, anchor against bolt)
Dude is a beast, I'm sure he's not done, and he's damn hilarious.
|
He may well break 19 seconds for the 200 meters. His WR currently is 19.19. I mean, the guy runs a 19.3-something and eases up in the last 20 meters.
There's also talk of him moving up to the 400 meters and probably becoming the first man to ever hold the WR in all 3 sprints. |
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools, because they have to say something.
|
|
|
|
|
08-14-2012, 05:22 AM
|
#21
|
|
lobster = striper bait
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Popes Island Performing Arts Center
Posts: 5,871
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mike P
He may well break 19 seconds for the 200 meters. His WR currently is 19.19. I mean, the guy runs a 19.3-something and eases up in the last 20 meters.
There's also talk of him moving up to the 400 meters and probably becoming the first man to ever hold the WR in all 3 sprints.
|
100/200 to 400 for all intensive purposes is like going from doing 5k's and 10k's to a marathon. He'll have alot of work ahead of him to train into that. Even at his level, but it could happen. |
Ski Quicks Hole
|
|
|
|
|
08-14-2012, 06:50 PM
|
#22
|
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: RI
Posts: 21,184
|
Probably fraid if they fumble some words they'll end up on Drudge.
Posted from my iPhone/Mobile device
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
08-18-2012, 07:29 PM
|
#23
|
|
Red Eye Jedi
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: East Facing
Posts: 4,372
|
people are more in an uproar over the Nike shirts because of the term "Gold Digging"...saying it is degrading to women. Pretty predictable response from women activists, can't see how Nike didn't see that coming....
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:01 PM.
|
| |
Hybrid Mode