Paterno Fired Through Phone Call

64 Years Later

Former Penn State football coach of 64 years, Joe Paterno, was fired through phone call recently due to the Sandusky child abuse scandal. After hearing news of the firing, Paterno released a statement, saying: "I am disappointed with the Board of Trustees' decision, but I have to accept it. A tragedy occurred, and we all have to have patience to let the legal process proceed. I appreciate the outpouring of support but want to emphasize that everyone should remain calm and please respect the university, its property and all that we value." Well personally, I'm more than a little disappointed with the Board of Trustees' descision.

Through the 64 years that Paterno has been coaching, he also put millions of dollars toward improving Penn State in general. One of the lowest paid college football coaches gave the school a 10 million dollar library, and this is how he gets thanked? Legally, Paterno did nothing unlawful. He did what he had to do, and the people he alerted should have done more. But instead, the Board decided to fire Paterno through a phone call, of all ways. I feel like they should have let the 84 year old man who put so much time and effort toward Penn State's team to finish the season quietly and retire with a little dignity.