ESPN Reflections: The Good, the Bad and the Boo-Yah
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanWhile 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.
Story | March 28, 2007Given conflicts, Amaechi coverage 'over the top'
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanESPN 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.
Story | March 05, 2007ESPN's coverage of black coaches 'smart, creative'
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanAlthough 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.
Story | Conversation | February 06, 2007Stellar scoops, features offset by slights, biases
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanWhile ESPN featured many high points in 2006, the Ombudsman also noted numerous slights, biases and unpopular executive decisions.
Story | Conversation | January 02, 2007Irvin's racial remarks about Romo crossed the line
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanOmbudsman George Solomon says Michael Irvin's apology over racial remarks about Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was not sufficient.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2006Balancing act: Miami-FIU brawl coverage one-sided
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanOmbudsman George Solomon says ESPN's coverage of the Miami-Florida International brawl lacked balance in reporting and commentary.
Story | Conversation | October 31, 2006Latest Terrell Owens media binge 'just too much'
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanOmbudsman George Solomon agrees with many viewers that ESPN's coverage of Terrell Owens' recent overdose was over the top.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 2006Playing favorites: Viewers question game choices
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanWhile the philosophy behind ESPN's live game selections is understandable, some viewers take exception to the execution.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2006Viewers baffled by Reynolds, World Cup decisions
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanMany viewers do not understand ESPN's decision making, whether it's the choice of lead story on "SportsCenter" or personnel moves.
Story | Conversation | August 01, 2006Networks' World Cup coverage both scores, misses
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanABC and ESPN have done a credible job covering the World Cup, but the Ombudsman says trying to please soccer fans is another story.
Story | Conversation | June 27, 2006ESPN needs more journalism, less sensationalism
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanESPN Ombudsman George Solomon says the network should focus more on quality journalism and less on sensationalism.
Story | Conversation | May 26, 2006Bonds show offers more questions than answers
George Solomon, ESPN Ombudsman"Bonds on Bonds" producers need to press the San Francisco Giant to react to the turmoil that seems follows him 24/7.
Story | Conversation | May 03, 2006Vitale still signature face, voice of ESPN hoops
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanWhile some viewers may be turned off by Dick Vitale, he is ESPN's signature voice of college basketball, and that's good
Story | Conversation | April 03, 2006ESPN should put 'Bonds on Bonds' on hold
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanIn the wake of the latest steroids allegations against Barry Bonds, ESPN should call time out on its Bonds reality series.
Story | Conversation | March 14, 2006Rights issues chill ESPN's Olympics coverage
George Solomon, ESPN OmbudsmanWhile the Super Bowl played to ESPN's strengths, the network's Olympics coverage left the Ombudsman a little cold.
Story | Conversation | February 27, 2006TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "george solomon" make the list?