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cruiser_96

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Aug 22, 2014 3:31 PM
I have made it a habit of answering telemarketers. Usually, the number on the caller ID is "Not Provided" followed by an 800 (or 877) number. I answer every time!

Today, it was the Columbus Dispatch. After introducing himself, he asked if I'd be interested in trying it out. I said as plain as possible, with a slight edge, no. He asked, "Why?". I stated "Simple. Your coverage of high school wrestling, and college wrestling for that matter, is pathetic. The coverage in the 90's was incredible, and is what is deserved. And to be honest, I wish there was a way I could help you out. Would you like me to continue on this matter?"

He said no, and wish me a fine day.

This sport deserves better than what it is receiving. And I say that as I am - along with my trusty sidekick - trying to do what we do.
Aug 22, 2014 3:31pm
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cruiser_96

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Aug 22, 2014 3:31 PM
1 (877) 734-7728

Now I'm ALL fired up!!!
Aug 22, 2014 3:31pm
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Tony Mead

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Aug 22, 2014 9:12 PM
go get em tiger! need more ambassador's like you!
Aug 22, 2014 9:12pm
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john40

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Aug 22, 2014 9:56 PM
Excellent "Mighty Cruiser"!
Prime example of how the dispatch failed to even mention the wrestling tournaments at the Ohio State Fair.
They mentioned the boxing, dancing and cheerleading competitions.
The only reason we get the dispatch is for the coupons.
Aug 22, 2014 9:56pm
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salto

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Aug 24, 2014 1:53 PM
Newspapers are a dying breed.

Hope this helps.
Aug 24, 2014 1:53pm
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Gardens35

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Aug 24, 2014 8:01 PM
I hear that the Dispatch coverage of HS wrestling is terrible, but this is a pretty good thread so far.
Aug 24, 2014 8:01pm
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It is what it is

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998 posts
Aug 25, 2014 11:52 AM
Dispatch online used to let you view articles for free.....then limited it to 10/mth.....now 5/mth!

The Dispatch can kiss my a**!!
Aug 25, 2014 11:52am
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Con_Alma

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Aug 25, 2014 11:56 AM
???

Are you suggesting there isn't value to their service and they should therefore be providing it for free to you?
Aug 25, 2014 11:56am
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It is what it is

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Aug 25, 2014 9:06 PM
Since I only read the sports section and they don't provide that service, yes, I think an article or two a day isn't too much to ask. I could be wrong though, lol!
Aug 25, 2014 9:06pm
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cruiser_96

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Aug 25, 2014 9:37 PM
I'd GLADLY pay the buck or $1.50 for the paper if every Tuesday, I knew there would be a full page, or complete two-page write-up - with color photos - somewhere in the sports section.

Con: I enjoy paying for service provided! And that's my point with not buying the Dispatch...it provides me with zero service. Just about every story they print contains info I can get elsewhere. And sometimes, for free. And I don't want 8 different stories on Buckeye football. Some do. ...and they are the ones who buy the newspaper.

Again, I meant what I said. I'd love to help them. I'm seriously considering offering an article per division to them each Monday night/Tuesday morning. These articles will look back at the past weekend's competitions, complete results, along with a few pictures if I can get them, and then maybe do a spotlight piece on a few wrestlers. Whatevs. I probably won't have time for that pipe dream.
Aug 25, 2014 9:37pm
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It is what it is

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Aug 27, 2014 11:33 AM
cruiser_96;1647529 wrote:I'd GLADLY pay the buck or $1.50 for the paper if every Tuesday, I knew there would be a full page, or complete two-page write-up - with color photos - somewhere in the sports section.
Me too! Good luck with that endeavor!!
Aug 27, 2014 11:33am
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Con_Alma

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Aug 27, 2014 11:37 AM
cruiser_96;1647529 wrote:...

Con: I enjoy paying for service provided! And that's my point with not buying the Dispatch...it provides me with zero service. Just about every story they print contains info I can get elsewhere. And sometimes, for free. And I don't want 8 different stories on Buckeye football. Some do. ...and they are the ones who buy the newspaper.

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I understand your point. Willingness to pay for a service is understandable. Thinking a service should be free is another.

If they don't provide what you desire then you have all the power to not patronize them.
Aug 27, 2014 11:37am
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Rank Man

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Aug 28, 2014 5:29 PM
If it's not football or basketball u can count on very little coverage from the dispatch until the state rolls around.
Aug 28, 2014 5:29pm
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wraith51

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Aug 28, 2014 8:36 PM
Rank Man;1648473 wrote:If it's not football or basketball u can count on very little coverage from the dispatch until the state rolls around.
Even the state coverage is about worthless anymore from the Dispatch. The used to run full page coverage per division each day of the state meet, now we don't get a full page all together.
Aug 28, 2014 8:36pm
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salto

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Aug 31, 2014 7:31 AM
Greg Billings is a cool dude.
Aug 31, 2014 7:31am