Reader comments: Eyestone thrilled with Olympic gig
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Congrats | 12:33 a.m. June 12, 2008
It is so great to read about people who really get to live a dream come true. Contratulations & enjoy the hard work you've got ahead!
Nice guys | 1:25 a.m. June 12, 2008
Don't believe that nice guys finish last. Ed is a ferocious competitor, but one of the kindest human beings there is. He had success as a runner, reaching two Olympics. And now he gets to bring his experience as a world-class athlete, exercise physiologist, and NCAA Division I coach to the viewers of America. Not bad for a guy from a small state.
Smoothy G | 6:57 a.m. June 12, 2008
Eyestone has a great reputation in the running community, as a nice guy, and as another said, as a ferocious competitor. People outside of running may not know what a gem BYU has in Eyestone.
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Stass4th | 7:22 a.m. June 12, 2008
Ed's a great guy. One of his goals as a coach is to train his runners to beat his own records. He's done that. I look forward to seeing him on the big screen this summer.
Brad Anderson | 8:22 a.m. June 12, 2008
Ed is perfect for the gig. He is one of the greatest people I know. Great job Ed!
"Do your commentary like a horse."
"Do your commentary like a horse."
BobP | 8:25 a.m. June 12, 2008
There should be a boycott of the Olympics until China cleans up its act.
X-BYU Runner | 8:38 a.m. June 12, 2008
I have followed ED's Running Career since the 80s I think he is a great coach to replace Sherald James. For Years I have watched him doing Stride-by-Stride commentary in L.A. Marathon. My question for the audience, Ed included, was how did he get around the Church's and BYU's instruction not to Work on the Sabbath, which is when the LA Marathon is run. Although Ed doesnt have the Q-ratings of say a Steve Young, Being a high profile LDS athlete and BYU faculty never the less complitates his side gig as a sports commentator. Anybody have thoughts on this dicotomy?
Re: BobP | 9:23 a.m. June 12, 2008
"There should be a boycott of the Olympics until China cleans up its act."
Obviously, you've never been a serious athlete. Jimmy Carter is probably your idle.
For most athletes, competing in the Olympics is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Why punish innocent athletes by robbing them of their once-in-a-lifetime opportunity simply because Chinese leaders haven't learned to respect basic human rights?
Obviously, you've never been a serious athlete. Jimmy Carter is probably your idle.
For most athletes, competing in the Olympics is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Why punish innocent athletes by robbing them of their once-in-a-lifetime opportunity simply because Chinese leaders haven't learned to respect basic human rights?
Fans in Orem | 9:24 a.m. June 12, 2008
We love Ed, Lynn, and his girls!!! He is a great example to our family. Ed is one of the funniest guys we know. He is a very hard worker and is always willing to take time out of his busy schedule to listen and help others. What a dream come true to be a commentator at the Olympics. Good luck at the Olympics!!! We know you will do great!!!
Cal Coug | 9:34 a.m. June 12, 2008
X-BYU Runner: How's the elevation up on your high-horse? My advice is to simply stop judging other people. President Hinckley came to our area for a multi-stake conference a few years back, and HORRORS, his pilot actually WORKED on the Sabbath as they flew home.
Be glad if your job never requires you to work on the Sabbath. Jesus said "The Sabbath was made for man--not man for the Sabbath."
Doctors, Peace Officers, and many, many others have to constantly deal with this topic, and the last thing they need is someone like you judging them!
Be glad if your job never requires you to work on the Sabbath. Jesus said "The Sabbath was made for man--not man for the Sabbath."
Doctors, Peace Officers, and many, many others have to constantly deal with this topic, and the last thing they need is someone like you judging them!
Van | 9:34 a.m. June 12, 2008
X-BYU Runner: I guess it is the same way the police and firemen get around working on Sunday. It is their job. Taking care of one's family is fairly important. Even if it is a side job it is still a job.
I have known Ed almost since he was born. I was born a little before him in Tonga, but because he was born on the other side of the International date line in Samoa his bithday is before mine. I've never really met Ed, but my parents talked about him a lot. We were both at BYU at the same time, and I even passed him while running (him going south; me going north). It is great to see him doing well.
I have known Ed almost since he was born. I was born a little before him in Tonga, but because he was born on the other side of the International date line in Samoa his bithday is before mine. I've never really met Ed, but my parents talked about him a lot. We were both at BYU at the same time, and I even passed him while running (him going south; me going north). It is great to see him doing well.
Paul Savage | 9:35 a.m. June 12, 2008
Here's a shout out to Ed from his 1982-83 BYU roommate! Ed, you were amazing then, and it's been fun to watch your career ever since! Congrats on the sweet Olympic gig!
Re: X-BYU Runner | 9:36 a.m. June 12, 2008
"how did he get around the Church's and BYU's instruction not to Work on the Sabbath."
In a perfect world, no one would have to work on the Sabbath. Unfortunately, we don't live in a perfect world.
People make career choices, and, sometimes, those career choices require working on the Sabbath.
Doctors, nurses, firefighters, policemen, security guards, hotel managers, utility workers, reporters, broadcasters, and many, many other occupations sometimes require working on the Sabbath.
My brother once had a job working on the Sabbath as a security guard at the Ogden Temple.
In a perfect world, no one would have to work on the Sabbath. Unfortunately, we don't live in a perfect world.
People make career choices, and, sometimes, those career choices require working on the Sabbath.
Doctors, nurses, firefighters, policemen, security guards, hotel managers, utility workers, reporters, broadcasters, and many, many other occupations sometimes require working on the Sabbath.
My brother once had a job working on the Sabbath as a security guard at the Ogden Temple.
me | 9:52 a.m. June 12, 2008
ed can do as he wishes. Quit fretting about if he is doing something job related on sunday. It's his life, let him live it. You live your life, and worry about you. ed can handle his business.
Sheila | 9:58 a.m. June 12, 2008
If I remember correctly His Mother taught Home Education in 1975 at Ogden High.. She was my teacher and I LOVE HER!! Good Luck with the new GIG you got for the Olympics.. Do us Proud!
Ex :BYU runner | 10:06 a.m. June 12, 2008
So your saying it's ok for Steve Young to work on Sunday because of his Q rating. Sounds like sour grapes. Your name should be "Ex BYU Runner that didn't do anything".
RE: BobP | 10:12 a.m. June 12, 2008
I was an Olympic hopeful that lost his chance because the Olympics were cancelled during the Jimmy Carter era. Guess what for, because Russia was fighting a war in Afganistan, sound familiar and guees who we supported, oh yes Osama Bin Laden.
It makes me sick anytime I hear of a non athlete politician or anyone else wanting to mess with the Olympics. Go protest in the street, leave the athletes and the games alone. Non athletes would never understand.
It makes me sick anytime I hear of a non athlete politician or anyone else wanting to mess with the Olympics. Go protest in the street, leave the athletes and the games alone. Non athletes would never understand.
re;XByu runner | 10:15 a.m. June 12, 2008
It's people like you that make BYU and the state of Utah look so very petty.
Re: X-BYU runner | 10:17 a.m. June 12, 2008
Maybe they can change the entire Olympics so it fits your schedule and what if an LDS person is actually running in the race, maybe he can get them to change to Monday. Dude get real.
Hollywood | 10:18 a.m. June 12, 2008
Question for X-BYU Runner...
Just how many steps am I allowed to take on the Sabbath? I forgot. And can I use my car, as long as I drive to church or to visit family or friends.
And does my Sabbath start at sundown or can I stay out and party a bit, as long as I'm home by midnight? It really puts a dent in my social life if I can't go out after sundown.
Please detail exactly what I can and can't do on the Sabbath. Yes, please give me the "letter of the law" as I don't want to offend you or a Higher Power. I need to be commanded in all things.
Just how many steps am I allowed to take on the Sabbath? I forgot. And can I use my car, as long as I drive to church or to visit family or friends.
And does my Sabbath start at sundown or can I stay out and party a bit, as long as I'm home by midnight? It really puts a dent in my social life if I can't go out after sundown.
Please detail exactly what I can and can't do on the Sabbath. Yes, please give me the "letter of the law" as I don't want to offend you or a Higher Power. I need to be commanded in all things.
re: BobP 9:23 a.m. | 10:42 a.m. June 12, 2008
You answered your own question.
You boycott the Olympics in China because: "...Chinese leaders haven't learned to respect basic human rights." Duh!
You boycott the Olympics in China because: "...Chinese leaders haven't learned to respect basic human rights." Duh!
Another Ex BYU runner | 1:19 p.m. June 12, 2008
ED is the best! Anyone who says otherwise obviously does not know him. To all the haters out there. Beware, you will be judged by the same judgement you use.
Walt | 3:12 p.m. June 12, 2008
Ex-BYU Runner: Since your are going down the "Letter of the Law" path, I have just a few thoughts for you to consider:
1. The correct word is dichotomy, not dicotomy
2. You used "Ex: BYU Runner" in your first post and "Ex :BYU (notice that the colon is misplaced) Runner" in your second; which one are you?
1. The correct word is dichotomy, not dicotomy
2. You used "Ex: BYU Runner" in your first post and "Ex :BYU (notice that the colon is misplaced) Runner" in your second; which one are you?
Walt | 3:16 p.m. June 12, 2008
Ex-BYU Runner- whoops...I made a mistake: you used "Ex-BYU Runner" in your 1st post and "Ex :BYU Runner in your 2nd. Anyone getting tired of this?
X and re X | 3:33 p.m. June 12, 2008
I'm not worried about people who have to work on Sunday. I have YET to see a legitimate rationale given for the whole "don't work on the Sabbath" commandment in the first place.
Sympathies | 4:14 p.m. June 12, 2008
We can all appreciate such upstanding people in our world as Ed Eyestone. He is a great example of competitiveness, integrity, and a father. Thanks to people like him for making the world a better place. This article was a great tribute to a great man from a great family. Ironically, it came out in the paper the same day as his fathers obituary. Our sympathies go out to the entire Eyestone family!
Paul Husselbee | 12:35 a.m. June 13, 2008
Ed and I served as missionary companions in Barcelona, Spain, in the early 1980s. Like the rest of his friends, roommates, teammates, and even the little old lady he barely defeated in the infamous road race in Bilbao in 1981 (she was on her way to the panaderia and almost lapped our hero before he kicked at the finish), I have followed his career with great interest and pride. Although we can all his accomplishments as a runner, coach, columnist, commentator and goodwill ambassador the church, the thing I'll always remember about Ed is that he excels in the art of humanity. He is about the best, most moral human being I have ever known. He loves everyone. I am so proud to call him my friend.
jeff creer | 10:13 p.m. June 13, 2008
Way to go Ed!!! A great honor for a great runner, person, husband, father, and coach. For years I was fortunate to have the honor of holding the Utah High School state all-time mile record (set at the 1977 Deseret News Invitational meet...4:14.40) and the 2-mile standard (9:17.80). Ed came along only two years after I graduated and could and should have wiped those off the books. I was fortunate that Ed's major success came after high school I guess. Thanks Ed, for letting me keep those records for so long! You'll do us proud over in China!
Andy DiConti | 10:20 a.m. June 17, 2008
You rock, Ed...it was great seeing you in San Diego last February. I can think of no other guy who's better qualified for the Olympic commentary gig than you! Brother Ed, you are the man who has the gift of gab and the knowledge for the sport! It was an honoring running with you (well, behind you) back in the early 80s at the Zoo. Ed, you're a class act with an amazing work ethic and I know it will come through during your job at the Olympic Games. Best, Andy
Hunter | 12:53 p.m. June 17, 2008
So does this mean that Carol Lewis will NOT be doing any commentating during the distance races? Please, OH Please say yes!!
Sean Tyler | 2:26 p.m. June 18, 2008
Ed is one of the nicest elite runners that I had ever met. I spent time with him and his wife in Dallas during a race weekend and they were great.
Based on my impression of him from that weekend... I would say that BYU and NBC are very lucky to have soemone like him to work for them.
Best wishes to you and your family.
Based on my impression of him from that weekend... I would say that BYU and NBC are very lucky to have soemone like him to work for them.
Best wishes to you and your family.
Anonymous | 8:20 a.m. June 28, 2008
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Ed and his family on the passing of his father on June 7, 2008. May God be with you all, and keep you in His care.
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