http://disqus.com/by/pmontoya/enTue, 18 Nov 2008 09:25:56 -0000http://www.abqjournal.com/sports/live/misc-tidbits-and-youth-mainmenu-40/680-rocky-long-resigns-as-head-football-coach.html#comment-3876741<p>It's a terrible shame that Rocky Long is stepping down as head coach at UNM. Rocky is absolutely correct stating that the UNM football program will never get to the next level without the support of the community. I am an alum of UNM and now a Colorado resident, but I have truly been ashamed of the treatment and support Rocky has been given by the Albuquerque community. <br>Being a former high school football coach for many years I never had a doubt in Rocky's ability as a head coach. He is a "damn good football coach". Rocky always fielded a competitive team with talent that in most cases wasn't the caliber of the competition. He didn't allow his teams to quit and won many games with a slew of kids that were from New Mexico. <br>I have always supported the UNM Lobos in all sports and always will but it truly is a sad day when we allow somebody as talented and respected as Rocky Long leave. WAKE UP ALBUQUERQUE!!!<br>Paul Denver</p>pmontoyaTue, 18 Nov 2008 09:25:56 -0000