Gentlemen,
It has been with great honor that I have served your country. And you folks have been extremely supportive. We've won some we shoulda lost, lost some we shoulda won but all things considered I think I have represented you well and I hope you agree. That said, I think I have taken this program far as I can take it. A warrior has bought up many quality pieces, and he is a dynamic manager with great verve and skill. I think it is time to prepare to transition to having him take the reins. I have discussed this with him, and he has my blessing, and my endorsement. I think between those who are here like Crazy Bob, Etene, Sandy and others and the efforts they make along with his investment in building up pieces I think he can take the baby boks back to the winners circle. His projection is season 54, I think he could pull it off next season. I hope you will support his efforts as you have supported mine. As has been our predestination we have struggled against international competition, but we will once again host Afrobasket next season as I managed to steal the slot from Egypt on the last day of the consolation round robin. I hope he makes it a success.
So at this point I prepare to go on what could well be called a 'farewell tour' as I hope to take us out on a high note. In the words of Trey Anastasio and Phish, "this has all been wonderful, but now I'm on my way" .