Taking some time off

by Jonathan Loesche on Apr 2, 2009 11:32 PM EDT

The first time I ever heard of the "Jacksonville Jaguars" was when I was six. I was watching Power Rangers and my dad came in to announce he had gotten season tickets. I had no idea what football was, what a Jaguar was, or why this was more important than the Power Rangers defeating Lord Zed.I believe the only thing I cared about was that jets would fly over the stadium, and that was because I thought my ears would explode.

Who would have guessed three years later, I would be in Alltel Stadium looking on at the most famous play in Jaguars history. On my left was one of my best friends in 5th grade, who last I has heard is currently serving a prison sentence for manslaughter. On my right was my dad, who I assume was already preparing to tell me why the Jaguars hadn't made the playoffs.

Then it happened. The North endzone erupted. Then slowly, very slowly, the whole stadium realized it. Morten Andersen had missed the kick. A few weeks later I would witness the team come to the stadium after defeating Denver in the Divisional Round.

Fond memories are always my most treasured keep sake. No matter the person or event, I always try to remember them at their best. This is also why I'm taking an extended leave from Big Cat Country. Since I graduated from Florida State in December my life has been a whirlwind. I've gotten a new job, received a promotion, and then had to deal with various emotional family matters.

With the various partnerships SBN has formed recently, along with Chris, Collin, and Terry's standard of making Big Cat Country the best site to get Jaguars content, I feel I can't give my 100% to the site at this time.

This isn't a resignation, but a move to give myself to time to recharge and once again be 100% committed to the site.

I hope all of the site's users have enjoyed my scouting reports, post game analysis, and other pieces. I look forward to seeing you all on Draft Day.

Jonathan Loesche

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It's all good man

Take care of your priorities. Everyone here understands. Check in on us though.

by Blair72 on Apr 2, 2009 11:44 PM EDT reply actions

As always

Best of luck in your journey. Take your time. We’re here for you whenever you need us. I appreciate the work you’ve done.

Sean Jax Beach Bum

by cuffs007 on Apr 3, 2009 12:04 AM EDT reply actions

enjoy

surreal to be teal

by Surteal on Apr 3, 2009 12:30 AM EDT reply actions

Take your time out John

And when you are recharged your batteries, took care your issues, come back, and spread again your wisdom here. We will be here and we will waitnig for you.

by Zoltan from Budapest on Apr 3, 2009 1:29 AM EDT reply actions

Good luck with everything

We’ll always be here to distract you from life when you’re ready.

by MoveThoseChains on Apr 3, 2009 1:45 AM EDT reply actions

Take a breather,

you can still jump on the site every now and then and give a response to a topic.

by JagSoldier on Apr 3, 2009 8:39 AM EDT reply actions

Always enjoyed your contributions

Good luck

by Jags-Fan-In-Chicago on Apr 3, 2009 9:49 AM EDT reply actions

So who will be filling in for his leave of absence?

by Slvrgun on Apr 3, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions

I think we're going to stick with the 3 of us for a little while, FBT may come and start posting his famous Training Camp Posts, but that will be down the line.

The reader based content has been spectacular, and if it keeps up we’ll keep promoting great work. John leaves big shoes to fill, though.
We’ll see how it works out. In the end, Chris calls the shots. I think he mentioned he got an assistant to help in his real job (one that pays actual greenbacks). So, I’d imagine we’ll be seeing more of him as we get closer to the draft. Terry is going to try to increase his output slightly, and I am too. I can assure you we will not allow he site to suffer. Expect the site to continue to be updated multiple times daily with unique content and perspectives.

-Collin

The End Is Nigh... www.infowars.com

by silencecs on Apr 3, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions

FBT.......................................................................................................................

by Slvrgun on Apr 3, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

The guy's training camp posts are top notch, any way you slice it...

Now, I don’t like the Jags Message Boards either, but he’s one of the few on there who can effectively get his point across without insulting others. ( I rarely go there, but I haven’t seen him post any negative attacks in his responses, again, I rarely go there though, so maybe I’m wrong.) His training camp reports are top of the line, and very in depth.

The End Is Nigh... www.infowars.com

by silencecs on Apr 3, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions

I Was Wondering

Who he was. I had seen him down at the bottom; does he only get on the site during training camp time?

Thats Good For Another Jacksonville... First Down.

by Bestjagfan on Apr 3, 2009 5:10 PM EDT up reply actions

I'll miss the great post that you put up!

My friend always tells me that things happen for a reason. Doesn’t mean we have to like it, but I know in the end you’ll come out better for it. Look forward to seeing you and your posts again! Take care!

by JagsCub on Apr 3, 2009 9:51 PM EDT reply actions