[Old Jumper]

In the past five seasons, the Jumpers have won more games (55) and captured more regional titles (5) than during any other comparable period in their 105+ year history. They're a mid-level AA school in a small town with two large, respectable county programs very nearby. If they have a down year in 2014, it's understandable.

By all accounts, they'll be in "rebuilding" mode, so clearly this program might not be the best place for those a little squeamish about taking a shot or two in the mouth from time to time. Short-term, there will likely be some failure and disappointment. Some are ill-equipped to weather that. But handled in the right way for the right reasons, the program will be back in short order.

Thus, coaches, players or parents not involved in the program for reasons bigger than themselves should move in an orderly fashion to one of the clearly marked exits at the front or rear of the plane. Those who stay will benefit, regardless of the scoreboard.