A humble retirement
Hey folks,
It's Andrew Campa.
I'm sorry for the delay in making this post. I've been overwhelmed with calls and questions that I thought I'd answer some here about Roger.
As was published in Wednesday's paper, Whittier Daily News Prep and Area College Editor Roger Murray officially resigned from duty effective Tuesday.
Here's the story - Murray's Retirement
It was a shock to the staff since he only hinted on Thursday of a possible intent to call it quits.
He tendered his resignation on Monday with Tuesday being his last day at work. I will miss Roger and I'm sure many others out there share the same sentiment. I've received quite a few emails and have answered many of the same questions in person or over the phone, so I wanted to do a quick Q & A to help clarify any issues.
1. Was Roger forced out?
This was the most common question, unfortunately, but I think it speaks more about the economy and current newspaper industry than anything else. This decision was freely made by Roger. He felt the time was right.
2. Why did he step down?
He mentioned a combination of factors, including earlier deadlines and larger workloads. He also wasn't too fond of blogging, something the company had really pushed.
3. What's next for him?
He said he is going to split time between Monrovia and Phoenix. Roger lives in Monrovia but has family in Arizona and he has expressed a desire to spend some quality time in the desert.
4. Is he done with the paper?
That's really up to him. He mentioned on Monday how might freelance during the football season or even write a column. I suppose Answer 3 has a lot to do with Answer 4.
5. How can we get in touch with him?
The best way is to email him at his work email, roger.murray@sgvn.com. He will still be checking that email address for another week. You can also drop off a letter or card at the office at 7612 Greenleaf Avenue, Whittier, 90602. A couple of people have already done that. As soon as I get a chance, I will hand those correspondences to him.
6. Who is taking over for him?
I accepted Roger's former position this morning. I'm blessed to have work with him and look forward in trying to keep up his legacy.
7. What does this mean for coverage?
It means that the coverage will be a little tighter for about a month. Until someone else is sent or hired down here, I'm going to be working alone. So, please be patient.
8. What happens to this blog?
We're still making some changes but I will start blogging soon and I think the blog will become more of an asset.
I hope that helps.
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Steve Ramirez is the prep sports editor for the Whittier Daily News.
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Roger: Thanks for everything! You will be missed. And enjoy every minute with your family.
Andrew: Good luck on the new position. You will do great things there.
Michael Velasquez
I agree sports fan original, A. Wilson never!!!!!!!!! Go St Paul!
Wilson will never be the head coach for St. Paul!!
Ancich and Crawley blew out the Willigs last week. Several other coaches who do not subscribe to A's 80's era football will soon be gone.
With the kids that are leaving and with a bare cupboard it isn't out the realm of possibility for SP not to win a game for the next couple of years.
Well, Alumni, you got your wish and got your coach back.
But you've let your love for the man cloud your vision. He still has a great football mind but between him and his cronies they have turned a once proud and storied program into a joke.
Come the next releaguing we will be joining the likes of Cantwell, Bosco Tech and the like.
Anthony Wilson resigns and returns to St. Paul? I don't know anything about Mr. Wilson, so I respectfully ask can anyone give me some insight and history on this guy? Why did he leave? What about Coach Ancich and the Willigs at St. Paul????
If anyone has factual information, please, do tell.
Anyone know why Wilson resigned from Glenn? I thought he was doing a decent job.
Is Anthony Wilson going to be the new head coach at St Paul? No one has mention it at the school.
Anthony Wilson from Glenn Resigns!
Good luck Mr. Murray! We will Miss you,
Campa lets see what you bring to the table, I have faith in you.
John Glenn Football Head Coach Anthony Wilson has resigned and leaves the program to return to his alma mater St. Paul. The kids are stunned at the school its the 3rd Head Coach for the kids that are juniors on this team. Hope these Kids keep there heads up!
Good luck in the future Roger. We'll miss you. If you stepped down to spend more time with family, we salute you! Whatever your reasons, take care and we wish you the best.
A St Paul Family
maybe the whole area can get some time on this blog not just st. paul.
Good luck Roger we are all going to miss you, you were always fair and balance. I believe you left this blog in good hands with “Campa”. Again God Bless and Good Luck.
Happy trails to you Murray with your retirement. I know you did not like this blog stuff, but I did enjoy reading your articles in the paper.
Well Andrew its your turn. I go to Fred's blog a lot and I hope your blog can bring excitement to the whittier area like he does in his area. Hope we don't have to wait for days to see what others are writing about. good luck Andrew.
ps. I may need to change my name to COME ON ANDREW
Can we get atleast SOME basketball coverage