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[News] Jaedong's dad says retirement is an option

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Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33369 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-08-24 07:05:21
August 24 2009 06:52 GMT
#1
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.
AdministratorHey HP can you redo everything youve ever done because i have a small complaint?
Day[9]
Profile Blog Joined April 2003
United States7366 Posts
August 24 2009 06:54 GMT
#2
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!

!!
Whenever I encounter some little hitch, or some of my orbs get out of orbit, nothing pleases me so much as to make the crooked straight and crush down uneven places. www.day9.tv
clazziquai
Profile Blog Joined October 2007
6685 Posts
August 24 2009 06:54 GMT
#3
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.
#1 Sea.Really Fan / #1 Nesh Fan / Terran Forever~
geegee1
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
United States618 Posts
August 24 2009 06:55 GMT
#4
man so early someone needs to win the diamond/platinum mouse go to a new team jaedong
pew pew
Vequeth
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
United Kingdom1116 Posts
August 24 2009 06:56 GMT
#5
Jaedong: Coming to a university near you.
Aspiring British Caster / Masters Protoss
GTR
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
51446 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-08-24 06:57:31
August 24 2009 06:56 GMT
#6
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.
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Avidkeystamper
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
United States8552 Posts
August 24 2009 06:57 GMT
#7
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.
Jaedong
Licmyobelisk
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
Philippines3682 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-08-24 07:00:38
August 24 2009 06:59 GMT
#8
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.
I don't think I've ever wished my opponent good luck prior to a game. When I play, I play to win. I hope every opponent I ever have is cursed with fucking terrible luck. I hope they're stuck playing underneath a stepladder with a black cat in attendance a
WindCalibur
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
Canada938 Posts
August 24 2009 06:59 GMT
#9
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).
SnowFantasy
Profile Blog Joined September 2006
4173 Posts
August 24 2009 06:59 GMT
#10
wow..

not really sure what to say... what ever is best for JD i guess.
Perguvious
Profile Blog Joined November 2008
United States1783 Posts
August 24 2009 07:00 GMT
#11
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!
ryuu_
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
United States1266 Posts
August 24 2009 07:01 GMT
#12
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.
♣ Jaedong. Stork. Bisu. Calm. NaDa. SC2: Sen, MKP, DRG, MMA, Grubby, NonY, Ret, Jinro, TLO, Sheth, HayprO, Zenio,Taeja,Snute, Sea, Rain, MC,Squirtle,Stephano,Parting ,Life, and HEROOOOO <3
MK
Profile Blog Joined March 2009
United States496 Posts
August 24 2009 07:01 GMT
#13
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 !
The highest knowledge is to know that we are surrounded by mystery
bh.
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
United States342 Posts
August 24 2009 07:02 GMT
#14
wtf

watching sc wont be the same without jd
stanley_
Profile Blog Joined December 2007
United States816 Posts
August 24 2009 07:04 GMT
#15
The mutalisks won't control themselves : (
hoorah
nataziel
Profile Blog Joined October 2008
Australia1455 Posts
August 24 2009 07:05 GMT
#16
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.
u gotta sk8
Frieder
Profile Blog Joined July 2009
Italy231 Posts
August 24 2009 07:05 GMT
#17
No. SC would lose one of the best zergs ever and the best zerg today.
NotJumperer
Profile Blog Joined July 2005
United States1371 Posts
August 24 2009 07:08 GMT
#18
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KawaiiRice
Profile Blog Joined May 2007
United States2914 Posts
August 24 2009 07:08 GMT
#19
Funny that after this colossal thread Jaedong might be forced to retire...
@KawaiiRiceLighT
Waxangel
Profile Blog Joined September 2002
United States33369 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-08-24 07:09:41
August 24 2009 07:09 GMT
#20
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.
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