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Penn State Scandal Hits Close to Home for Paul Pasqualoni

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Paul Pasqualoni, a longtime college football coach and Penn State alumnus, has been heavily impacted by the recent sex abuse scandal involving Jerry Sandusky. Pasqualoni, who played linebacker for Joe Paterno from 1967-71 and had Sandusky as his position coach, has expressed his disappointment and concern as a coach, father, and alum. He supports the actions of the Penn State Board of Trustees, stating that they are doing what's best for the institution. Meanwhile, Louisville Cardinals coach Charlie Strong has spoken out about the potential distraction of the popular video game "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" on his team's performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Paul Pasqualoni, a Penn State alumnus and former player, has been deeply affected by the Jerry Sandusky scandal, feeling "very bad" about the situation as a coach, father, and alum.
  • Pasqualoni has supported the actions of the Penn State Board of Trustees, stating that they are doing what's best for the institution.
  • Louisville Cardinals coach Charlie Strong has expressed concern that the release of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" may have distracted his team from their main goal.
  • Strong stated that several Louisville players were preoccupied with the video game, with some posting about it on Twitter.
  • The game has been a huge commercial success, with 6.5 million units sold in the 24 hours after its release.
  • Pasqualoni's position coach, Jerry Sandusky, faces life in prison for his alleged crimes.
  • Pasqualoni was an elementary school teacher for seven years and views himself as a teacher and educator, rather than just a coach.

Statistics:

  • 6.5 million units of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" were sold in the 24 hours after release.
  • The game is a potential distraction for the Louisville Cardinals, but also for many other football teams across the country.
  • Paul Pasqualoni has been a Penn State alum and former player for over 40 years.
  • The Penn State Board of Trustees has made several significant decisions regarding the scandal, including firing Joe Paterno and other high-ranking officials.
  • Jerry Sandusky faces life in prison for his alleged crimes.

Sources:

  • Chip Malafronte, "The Penn State scandal has hit Paul Pasqualoni from all sides. ...," New Haven Register, Nov. 16.

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