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Dublin
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So part of my daily life is taking care of my grandparents. 3 years ago, my grandfather had a stroke that left him paralyzed on his right side and without the ability to speak. My parents are both at the age where they are working towards retirement and don't have much time besides what they spend working. So to help out, I moved back home (taking a hiatus from school to do so) and started taking care of my grandparents on a daily basis.

Yesterday (saturday), things took a major turn for the worse. My grandfather suffered another major stroke and my grandmother fainted in the commotion surrounding the paramedics trying to lead my grandfather into the ambulance. They revived her, but are currently unsure if she broke anything when she fell. I came home from the hospital to write this and catch some sleep before heading back up there.

Because of this, and what this means to my family financially and emotionally, I'm no longer going to be able to remain owner or a member of the Billy Goats. I sincerely hope this is not labeled the same as "gutting" a team, but there is no other option for me to take.

I offered to transfer the team over to my GM and real life friend, brand0, but he will be starting his medical residency next week and will be devoting the majority or his time to that.

I want to apologize for what this does to the league. I understand how frustrating it can be for this to happen, especially to the best league in the game. I've enjoyed my time in the WEPL immensely and wish everyone the best.
 
tonato
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Hey GLB is just a game, you don't need to apologize for anything concerning your real life which is way more important than what's going on here.
It was a lot of fun to play 3 seasons against you, I wished we could have beat you one time, and our games were always very closed, but we will remember the Valencia Billy Goats in Paris (not because you were our only playoff game ^^). You contributed to a nice atmosphere in the league.

I hope things with your grand parents turn out well, good luck to whatever you are doing out there.

 
Florida Tider
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No need to apologize. We are just words on a screen. Take care of your life. Just glad you're in Zeta.
 
spacetime
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Thank you for letting us know that you, for good reason, be unable to maintain your team.
If it means anything "personal issues" would be enough info for anyone.
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Icy
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No need to apologize, this is just a game and real life comes first. Good luck!
 
larkis
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Thanks for the memories Dublin, you are and always will be a respected member of WEPL.
Would love to see the Billy Goats, as the first WEPL Championship team remain in the WEPL, so good luck on whoever takes them over.
 
Jesse21SD
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Imo, a gutted team is when players are sent purposefully to other teams to benefit others.

You are not gutting a team bro.

I hope all is well and make sure that you not only take care of others, but yourself.

You can only do so much if your healthy...

Good Luck.
 
Hampe
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Sorry to hear about your grandparents man. I hope they get better.
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CoachF
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Your family and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

- CoachF
 
Mike Rogers
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Dublin, your contribution to WEPL has been appreciated by all.

Go take care of your family, and we all wish you and them the very best.



 
Zickzack
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Best wishes to you and your family, I think anyone here will agree that there are circumstances far more important than a game that always need to take precendence.
 
Horrorshow
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Best wishes for the future Dublin and thank you for all you gave to this league. You won't be forgotten.

I for one would like to see Dublin's considerable contributions to the WEPL honoured by perhaps naming the Zeta Champions or even WEPL Champions after him in perhaps the same way that the names Hunt, Mara and Lombardi have their name's associated with the AFC, NFC and Super Bowl Championships.

A fitting tribute to a great owner.
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ArthurRiot
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Wow. Dude, if and when you decide to play again, I am certain you will find many many homes here in this league.

Take care of your family.
 
larkis
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Originally posted by Horrorshow
Best wishes for the future Dublin and thank you for all you gave to this league. You won't be forgotten.

I for one would like to see Dublin's considerable contributions to the WEPL honoured by perhaps naming the Zeta Champions or even WEPL Champions after him in perhaps the same way that the names Hunt, Mara and Lombardi have their name's associated with the AFC, NFC and Super Bowl Championships.

A fitting tribute to a great owner.


I would love to name the WEPL Championship after him. Couldn't think of a better person to name it after.
 
porky
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Best wishes. No worries just a game
 
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