-Even though Nick Zito's been doing the training gig for nearly as long as I've been alive, I don't think he's much of a morning person. I sideled up next to him at about 7 am this morning, and I will let you know that he was inn no mood to talk. In fact, he was in no mood to say much of anything!!
-It is only Tuesday and the pace is definitely picking up around here. The Euros - horses, trainers, media, hangers-on, etc. - are coming at what seems to be a rate of 20 at a time, the trucks and trailers are beginning to fill parking lots, and I spotted Randy Moss for the first time on the backstretch
-Thanks quickly William C. Rhoden of the NY Times for letting me use his spot here in the press room this morning
-Today is the media day luncheon to be held at The Muhammad Ali Center in DT Louisville. Not sure what it's all about, but there is a press conference and cocktails, so I think I will head over there in a few hours and see what's up.
-Be back in a few with some media for you to check out.
-BTW, the weather today feels about 10-15 degrees cooler, and the outlook for this afternoon is a little rain, but the rain doesn't look like it will last long or be too hard. It also doesn't appear to show up again for the duration of the week...
-Finally, I just want to say that local tv news is just plain awful - no matter what city you're in. Whether it's Portland, Louisville, or NYC, it all stinks.
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Thanks for the pictures and write-up's you are doing. I'm looking forward to reading more.
Cheers
It's possible that Zito was discouraged by your presence at 7 a.m. because he was trying to do his job. If you'll notice, most reporters talk to trainers either during the renovation break or after training hours.
That's funny anonymous - and true!! I was thinking the same thing. In fact, my only words to Mr. Zito were, "Good morning". After a few minutes went by, several others also engaged him by only sying either hello or good morning with barely a grunt in return!!
I did no approach him as a reporter, keeping my distance in deference to him (and others) who were/are trying to do their jobs.
In fact, as a first time journo here, I am struggling with finding that balance. When is it ok to approach these guys in the am?
The disadvantage I have is that most other indutry vest have established relationships so speaking with them is not such a big deal. For me however, it is a bit trickier.
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