To the editor:

Rare as hen’s teeth is my opinion as it relates to sports. However the recently revealed Mangino behavior is beyond that of field play. Whether or not the testimonies of players quoted are exact or paraphrased, they represent a tenor of disrespect and disregard for them as people.

Neither motivational nor inspirational is this approach, as reflected in this season’s record. There finally comes a time where these antics lose effect. Fear is never synergistic, and that’s what brings the win.

To allow this kind of leadership to continue risks a bleed into the spirit of KU. It’s a blemish that’s been winked at, excusing poor behavior and disrespect long enough. Surely there are self-respecting coaches waiting in the wings who value those to whom they could model like behavior.