Fantastic Finishes and The Code

This year it seems that there have been a number of college football games decided on fantastic finishes, often even the last play.  It reminds us of ABC’s Wide World of Sports with its iconic introduction showing: “the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.”  In the past month there have been a lot of thrills and a lot of agony.  But it’s why we play the game and why we watch the game – because we never know what will happen.  The Code says, “I will conduct myself with caring and honorable behavior…”  It can be hard to win or lose with grace and dignity, especially when it’s against a great rival.  It’s important to remember (and sometimes to convince ourselves): it is only a game.  It’s an honor just to get to play and compete against a worthy opponent.  Winning and losing are two sides of the same coin.  Can you keep perspective?  What kind of athlete, coach, or fan are you?