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posted 08/26/2010
NYH Family:
A quick schedule update and a request . . .
At this point it appears we will not be on the ice through this weekend. We are hopeful to commence the season early next week. I know this is disconcerting at some level but it is still August and we are talking about an ice hockey season that lasts through March -- and I have no reason to believe we won’t be skating in a few days. If we receive clearance prior to next Monday we will scramble the schedule and find a way to give everyone a chance to get on the ice ASAP.
In the meantime, you should know that we are working diligently to secure the approval necessary to make this happen and there is absolutely no indication it won’t occur soon. However, I also know that some of you are inclined to raise this with your local elected officials or media in a well-meaning attempt to garner attention to the issue. I can assure you that we are pressing the appropriate officials for answers and will continue to do so. However, a ‘club wide protest’ or similar outburst will not serve us at this time. The Naval Academy and BSC staff are supportive of continuing our relationship and remain supportive to that end.
The process ‘is what it is’ and our advocates are working diligently and diplomatically to see it through --- pushing beyond the efforts being made thus far is not necessary. In fact, overzealous advocacy, including inappropriately reaching out to the media on behalf of the club, could very well undermine the progress made to-date and jeopardize our relationship with the BSC, CNIC and USNA. If you are personally contacted by a member of the media please direct them to my attention at 410-991-8679.
So, enjoy your weekend, keep watching your inbox and know that everyone involved is equally excited to see the first group of NYH youngsters hit the ice this year!
Finally, thank you sincerely for your understanding and continued patience.
Paul
