 Waxangel United States. August 24 2009 15:52. Posts 19168 | Profile Blog # |
Source: http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=98690&db=issue
A quick translation of some quotations from the article.
At the Bacchus OSL 2009 Final:
"After FA was declared, I avoided speaking to the media because I thought it might put pressure on Jaedong. I didn't expect a victory today, I was actually just hoping that he win even one game, so I didn't have any flowers prepared."
Asked about negotiation breakdowns with OZ:
"Professionals are represented by pride, popularity, and right compensation for their performance. If a player contributes to his team, it's right that he receive fair compensation for it. There were a lot of disappointments during the negotiations. For the sake of e-sports, I think it would be good if some day the details of our negotiations were revealed."
"A lot of the media stories on what happened during the negotiations are either miscommunicated, or just twisted from their original purpose. It makes it look like we (JD's parents) are trying to interfere with our son's future just for money, but this is a misunderstanding. They are missing a really important point. Being active as a progamer is important of course, but it's disappointing that you can't can do other things to enjoy your free time, like hobbies, studying, exercising etc."
"The burden and stress Jaedong faces as the team's ace is so great it's sad. I hope he gets a chance to play in a better environment."
He also revealed that no teams have approached them so far adding "We'll talk to Jaedong about it after the final, and we want to hear what he has to say. If we think he's judging things incorrectly, correcting those is part of a parent's duty."
When asked about what would happen if there were no offers, he said "It doesn't matter if he doesn't get any offers from other teams. He's broken all the important records in e-sports, and I think he's very satisfied. At this point, one of the options we're thinking about is retirement, and going to study abroad in computer related field. We are going to have a serious conversation with Jaedong about his future."
"How ever this FA ends, we are thankful to the OZ players, Coach Han, Coach Cho who has mentored Jaedong with all his heart, (and his wife)."
Another viewpoint on the story, one wonders where the truth actually lies.
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| Day[9] United States. August 24 2009 15:54. Posts 7347 | Profile Blog # |
good for the parents!!
as far as i'm concerned, much of the progaming scene is one giant human rights violation. players and parents NEED to start pushing for better playing conditions and players' rights!
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 clazziquai August 24 2009 15:54. Posts 6685 | Profile Blog # |
No wayyyyyyy. It's way too early.
I hope JD doesn't retire, even though I dislike him ;p. There will never be a stronger Zerg than him. |
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| geegee1 United States. August 24 2009 15:55. Posts 618 | Profile Blog # |
man so early someone needs to win the diamond/platinum mouse go to a new team jaedong  |
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| Vequeth United Kingdom. August 24 2009 15:56. Posts 989 | Profile Blog # |
| Jaedong: Coming to a university near you. |
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 GTR August 24 2009 15:56. Posts 39111 | Profile Blog # |
i wouldn't be surprised if he does decide to quit early to start his university studies, i mean he is at an appropriate age to do them right now.
3 years, then comes back and rapes sc2.Last edit: 2009-08-24 15:57:31 |
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| Avidkeystamper United States. August 24 2009 15:57. Posts 8551 | Profile Blog # |
Wow, in a sport where retirements are often overdue...
This just doesn't seem to be a way for everyone to win in this situation. |
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| Licmyobelisk Philippines. August 24 2009 15:59. Posts 3674 | Profile Blog # |
Jaedong! if ever you retire! the Philippines is the cheapest place in earth and we have alot of beautiful women and beaches! We also are gosu in computer courses yo!
Kidding aside:
Man, Too early to retire for an overachieving 19 year old. He can still get that platinum mouse and really solidify his legacy in e-sports.
Tbh, it's really shocking no one is interested in getting JD to their team.  Last edit: 2009-08-24 16:00:38 |
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| WindCalibur Canada. August 24 2009 15:59. Posts 920 | Profile Blog # |
| You kno what this reminds me of? Kasparov quiting his chess career when he was practically the best player in the world (even tho veselin was rising). |
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| SnowFantasy August 24 2009 15:59. Posts 3661 | Profile Blog # |
wow..
not really sure what to say... what ever is best for JD i guess. |
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| Perguvious United States. August 24 2009 16:00. Posts 1732 | Profile Blog # |
arg no no no jaedong not yet!
but I'm sure we all will respect his decision when the time comes
1 2 3 leejehdong hwaiting! |
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| ryuu_ United States. August 24 2009 16:01. Posts 1256 | Profile Blog # |
| This is really something, stupid Hwaseung corp, why can't you just pay up and make everyone happy? Jaedong's too good to be wasted off for something , while practical, won't be something he enjoys. Progamers become progamers for the love of the game and competition. |
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| MK United States. August 24 2009 16:01. Posts 496 | Profile Blog # |
Omgomgomgomgomg, please, god please don't let JD go.
SC without a great Zerg is lame and Kr pro scene without JD can't be the same.
omgomgomg, JD don't gooooo ! |
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| bh. United States. August 24 2009 16:02. Posts 279 | Profile Blog # |
wtf
watching sc wont be the same without jd |
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| stanley_ United States. August 24 2009 16:04. Posts 816 | Profile Blog # |
| The mutalisks won't control themselves : ( |
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| nataziel Australia. August 24 2009 16:05. Posts 1451 | Profile Blog # |
| My mouth was literally agape for a good minute when I read this, jaedong has so much potential to be the best player ever, and his parents are going to make him throw it all away? If he wants to stay it's wrong of his parents to force him to quit, as he could go so much farther in eSports. |
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| Frieder Italy. August 24 2009 16:05. Posts 220 | Profile Blog # |
| No. SC would lose one of the best zergs ever and the best zerg today. |
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| Jumperer Poland. August 24 2009 16:08. Posts 1116 | Profile Blog # |
| Jaedong will dominate everyone at whatever a uni he choose to attends. |
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| KawaiiRice United States. August 24 2009 16:08. Posts 2807 | Profile Blog # |
| Funny that after this colossal thread Jaedong might be forced to retire... |
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| Waxangel United States. August 24 2009 16:09. Posts 19168 | Profile Blog # |
| I think they are just playing chicken with OZ in the case there are no offers at the end of the FA period. OZ has said they are willing to pay their original offer, but this way JD's side can threaten with out and out retirement if they don't get an improved offer. This is a dangerous game to play, if OZ decides to stick to their guns too. Last edit: 2009-08-24 16:09:41 |
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