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While the Ombudsman was often impressed by ESPN's impact, breadth and reach, that was offset by decisions that angered many viewers -- and the Ombudsman himself.

ESPN would have been better served by showing restraint in how it covered former NBA player John Amaechi's recent revelation that he is gay, says the Ombudsman.

Although some viewers didn't like the mix of sports and social issues, the Ombudsman says ESPN's coverage of race and the Super Bowl was smart and creative.

While ESPN featured many high points in 2006, the Ombudsman also noted numerous slights, biases and unpopular executive decisions.

Ombudsman George Solomon says Michael Irvin's apology over racial remarks about Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was not sufficient.

Ombudsman George Solomon says ESPN's coverage of the Miami-Florida International brawl lacked balance in reporting and commentary.

Ombudsman George Solomon agrees with many viewers that ESPN's coverage of Terrell Owens' recent overdose was over the top.

While the philosophy behind ESPN's live game selections is understandable, some viewers take exception to the execution.

Many viewers do not understand ESPN's decision making, whether it's the choice of lead story on "SportsCenter" or personnel moves.

ABC and ESPN have done a credible job covering the World Cup, but the Ombudsman says trying to please soccer fans is another story.

ESPN Ombudsman George Solomon says the network should focus more on quality journalism and less on sensationalism.

"Bonds on Bonds" producers need to press the San Francisco Giant to react to the turmoil that seems follows him 24/7.

While some viewers may be turned off by Dick Vitale, he is ESPN's signature voice of college basketball, and that's good

In the wake of the latest steroids allegations against Barry Bonds, ESPN should call time out on its Bonds reality series.

While the Super Bowl played to ESPN's strengths, the network's Olympics coverage left the Ombudsman a little cold.

Ombudsman George Solomon says ESPN's decision to launch a reality show with Barry bonds "boggles the mind."