FIRSTLY - HUGE, HUGE, HUGE thanks to BigMike for leading us through Seasons 13-15. Son of a B raised the bar with regards to between season transitions and timelines. I know how much time you put into the league this year and want you to know we really appreciate how smoothly it has gone.
It does take a HUGE personal commitment on a personal level to run this 119 coach league while also working with the Farm Commisioner and how many ever coaches may be there at a given time.
One of the things Im most proud to be a part of is this "peaceful transition of power"
, much like our Presidential Branch of this country. We really have a great group of guys helping to keep things going smoothly and by all indications, that core group is committed to NDL long term.Every year we do have commisioners moving on, new commisioners stepping up and hope to continue the cycle and give everyone a chance at helping give back to the league.
If you are interested, please be patient as we really do have a good list of solid candidates. The FIRST criteria when selecting new commishes is the Coaches Report. Its not wins and losses
. Please keep that in mind if you wish to be considered.With all that being said, Mike, myself and the rest of the NDL commisioners are pleased to announce that the New HEAD NDL commisioner to replace Mike will be AJALVES
Aaron or "AJ" as most of us know him by, has proven himself to be an extremely valuable asset to NDL as a conference commisioner, as a coach, as a player and has impeccable coaches reports.
His background as a teacher should come in handy when dealing with the "kids" we have here in the league.
AJ has beeb involved with Mike the past couple seasons in transitions, points, reports and etc so we should have a relatively smooth transition. Also - Mike and I will not be going anywhere and will be around to help as needed.
One of the foundations of this league that was built by Jeffmo and has been instrumental to its success is that everyone must know that the NDL is unfortunately NOT a democracy.
While I say this, take it with a grain of salt that the voices of the league will be heard and your commisioner will oft times come to you for opinions most of the times through the boards or a poll or even via aim or email.
BUT, this league is way too big and moves waaaay too fast by most accounts to hear/weigh the varying different opinions regarding every single issue which may be a singular issue of HUNDREDS that may come up in any given season.
The NDL commisioner has the final say-so in all matter regarding NDL and can/will edit rules, assign/remove conf commisioners, appoint the Farm Commish(es) among other powers.
Again, keep in mind, if someone is the head commish they will have gotten there through outstanding coaches reports and an excellent reputation as determined by YOU and the rest of us in the league.
In summation, thanks to EVERYONE here in the league. New guys, old guys, and new-old guys. EACH one of you are extremely valuable to the league and we appreciate you being here.
The 3rd leg of the season is usually the toughest in terms of getting games in as interest starts to wan just a little bit but last year, the 3rd leg was actually our strongest in term of turnover. As I look around at the great group, I think we can expect the same this year.
Keep in mind your commitment to the NDL and how it affects others. Its only 12 games. 12 hours over the course of 2 months. Please, play your games, dont wait until the last week to get them all in and treat other coaches as you would like to be treated.
Thanks everyone, THANKS Mike, THANKS commisioners, and ESPECIALLY thanks to you coaches who play your games and have fun with it.
GOOD LUCK AJ!!!!
