Reader comments: Officials rally to assist cancer-stricken friend
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Rand | 7:42 a.m. July 21, 2008
I just wanted to wish Kelly well. He is one of the best officials around, fair and honest to every coach. A good official just kind of blends in vs. being the center of attention. This is Kelly!
high school coach | 7:50 a.m. July 21, 2008
Kelly - get well. the world needs more like you. fair and honest official. class act!
Best Wishes | 9:51 a.m. July 21, 2008
Best Wishes Kelly. I hope you have a full recovery. The world of prep sports needs you, as well as many loving family and friends.
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Brad Jensen | 4:46 p.m. July 21, 2008
Kelly called my son's 5A State Title game in 2004 (Hunter vs. Cottonwood). I knew going into that contest that our boys stood a 'fair' chance with Kelly officiating. I knew he was fair and I've always believed that he is 'truly' one of Utah's finest. Our boys had the distinct reputation of being hard to cheer for; however, Kelly looked past the 'side shows' and allowed our boys the fair shake they would need/deserve to claim Utah's top prize. That's all we could ask for and that's exactly what Kelly provided.
God bless Kelly in his time of need. He's always gave us his best effort and he's deserving of ours as well.
Kelly's become part of Utah's basketball landscape and I hope to see him back soon on its hardwoods.
God bless Kelly in his time of need. He's always gave us his best effort and he's deserving of ours as well.
Kelly's become part of Utah's basketball landscape and I hope to see him back soon on its hardwoods.
Verdugo Hills | 5:30 p.m. July 21, 2008
I had the pleasure of knowing Kelly growing up in California. I always had a lot of respect and admiration for him -- especially his good sportsmanship throughout all the years our teams were whipping his La Canada squads. In fact, that's probably why he gave up playing and started reffing!
Best of luck, Kelly. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Best of luck, Kelly. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Stevan Davis | 5:54 p.m. July 21, 2008
Huge kudos to Amy for getting this article published so quickly. It means a lot as Kelly's friends and fellow officials to feel the support of the community. Anyone interested in helping can donate directly to Kelly's Medical Fund at any branch of Zions Bank - just tell them it's for the Kelly Critchfield Donation account. Donations large and small are equally and deeply appreciated. For the golfers . . . if you want to play in the best scramble golf event you've ever experienced, log on to theprepfan.com - look for Kelly's picture - and click on the link to the golf event. We promise you'll never forget the experience, and you'll truly make a difference in the life of a great friend and sportsman.
Kelly Critchfield | 8:34 a.m. July 22, 2008
Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement and praise. Although this is a tough sickness to battle I plan on fighting the good fight and beating this. It is through your faith and prayers that I will beat it. I have appreciated all of my officiating associations and my being able to meet all of the classy people, such as yourselves, throughout the years. Hopefully that may continue here in the near future. Also, thanks to Amy for a kind and well written article. I hope to be able to call more games and reading of her assessments of those games. Sincerely, Kelly
Fellow official | 1:16 p.m. July 22, 2008
Kelly,
I wish you well, you would not remember my name even though we have done many games, I always appreciated your positive and teaching attitude! Best Wishes!
I wish you well, you would not remember my name even though we have done many games, I always appreciated your positive and teaching attitude! Best Wishes!
Joel Pyne | 11:46 a.m. Sept. 11, 2008
Mr. Critchfield,
if you remember me it may not be to fondly, but i discovered this article by sheer happenstance, and i just wanted to say that i know you can pull through this, you have the prayers of me and the marines i work with. we wish you a full recovery.
sincerely-
Joel Pyne
U.S.M.C.
if you remember me it may not be to fondly, but i discovered this article by sheer happenstance, and i just wanted to say that i know you can pull through this, you have the prayers of me and the marines i work with. we wish you a full recovery.
sincerely-
Joel Pyne
U.S.M.C.
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