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Discussion: Terry et al

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Oct. 8, 2007 einstein Men's 50 3142 posts	Terry et al I've just learned that SSUSA will not release Pat Tobin from the Kidsforever roster to play with whomever in Phoenix. What a mistake! What a seemingly political decision denying the right of a player to play in an open tounament because more powerful and influencial members whisper in Terry's ear. I was told that Terry is a super advocate of human rights and as a one time journalist believes strongly that powerful institutions should never mean more than the dignity and basic rights of any member of a society. But that''s not what this looks like at all. Free Pat Tobin, Terry. There's still plenty of time till Phoenix. And while we're at it I met no one at either LVSSA weekend who said they supported the enfranchisement of Gary 19 on the message board and, check this out no one who thinks you're doing the right thing letting him and the situation slide into oblivion.
Oct. 8, 2007 idahoreb Men's 50 41 posts	Einstein I am with you all the way about TNG (Gary 19) but have one suggestion. If you are going to contact Terry, do it directly and not on the web site. I have problems with the lack of enforcement but I did not use the web site as a sounding board but sent a message to him directly. See you in Phoenix.
Oct. 8, 2007 einstein Men's 50 3142 posts	idaho, I've been speaking with Dave Dowell about these matters at great length and have gone "public" to get/show support to right some wrongs as I and many others see them. Thanks for the support.
Oct. 9, 2007 Lecak Men's 55 998 posts	I hope someone from SSUSA will look at this post and review their stance on keeping and active 60+ adult grounded. Medically there is no logic for this thought process by SSUSA. If someone from outside senior softball looked at this ruling they would question the sanity. The human body was designed for motion, as a group participation at the senior level needs to be celebrated. I copied something from what I gather is SSUSA's mission statement sounds like it's collecting dust in a closet instead of proudly displayed for all to see. Men must be 50+ and women 45+ to play and everyone is welcome. "This is a sport that doesn't discriminate," said founder Bob Mitchell. "Not by age, not by sex, not by race and not by religion. Our goal is to provide the opportunity for any senior to play softball." Time to make the right decision. Again good luck to Mr. Tobin.

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