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Ombudsman Le Anne Schreiber says the pressures to blur boundaries between news, gossip, rumor, entertainment, advertising and promotion operate at a fever pitch at ESPN.

Ombudsman Le Anne Schreiber says the pressures to blur boundaries between news, gossip, rumor, entertainment, advertising and promotion operate at a fever pitch at ESPN.

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 has named Le Ann Schreiber, a former sports editor for the New York Times and most recently an author of essays, memoirs and criticism, as its new ombudsman.

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.