“They went with Austin last time and we were close (to getting the games). We learned a lot in the process and, given another opportunity, I think we can put together a winning bid” – Charlotte Motor Speedway President Marcus Smith, on trying to lure the X Games to Charlotte (BIZJOURNALS.com, 8/27).
“I suspect we would adopt industry guidelines. But there are going to be some individual decision-making here because of the design of ballparks. The designs are so different” – MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, on whether netting decisions would be made by clubs or the league (NJ.com, 8/27).
“He could be incredibly positive for our sport. He’s got a chance to be top five, win Grand Slams. But he’s rubbed people the wrong way and he’s going to get railroaded out of town if he doesn’t watch out” – John McEnroe, on Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios (N.Y. TIMES, 8/28).
“I’ve hardly talked to the president and board members about it. We’re in the ‘cleaning the porch’ mode right now” – Minnesota Board of Regents Chair Dean Johnson, on the hiring process to find a new AD following the resignation of Norwood Teague (Minneapolis STAR TRIBUNE, 8/28).
