Announcement: TheWarpath.net Front Office Changes
 

After several weeks of internal discussions TheWarpath.Net front office would like to announce some major changes that will be taking place. As some of you may know, the moderators on this site are frequently meeting online to discuss ways to improve the site. While the ultimate say goes to Matty, he has always been kind enough to allow us all to express our concerns and opinions. This can lead to some contentious debate, but always an agreement is reached.

However, we have reached a breaking point on too many issues. As a result we are splitting the site into two. TheWarpath.Net will become a pared down, simpler site and continue to focus on news and rumors.

TAFKAS, BrudLee,and Sheriff Gonna Getcha will be terminating their relationship with TheWarpath.net effective after the NFL Draft to create a new site that will dig deeper into the Redskins. Think of the current site as SportsCenter that will focus on game day and the new one as Outside the Lines focusing on the rest of the week. The new site will not be so much a chat room as it will be a blog, with essays, and op-eds.

The reason for doing this is that we simply could not agree on the direction of the site. TAF, Brud, and Sheriff want more of the emphasis to be on original content developed by the members of this site. Other mods want to maintain the status quo. Therefore, after much deliberation, a decision has been made to go our separate ways.

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While I'm sorry to hear about the split, I'd like to know a little more about the site that you all intend to build. Could you elaborate a little further, please?

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I think Gibbs had something to do with this...
It's brilliant.
Just please let us hardcore Redskins fans ability to switch between the 2. To read and post etc.
GO SKINS!

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I was thinking the same thing....will we be able to log into both sites with the same username and password or will we have to re-register to the new site?

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Could you clarify a few things? First, what is an op-ed? Secondly, what do you mean when you say "[B]original content developed by the members[/B]," do you mean members original thoughts? And what exactly is the "[B]status quo[/B]," of this site, just a chat site?

I am just having a hard time figuring out what the 2 directions are when both sites sound very similar to each other.

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[QUOTE=jdlea]While I'm sorry to hear about the split, I'd like to know a little more about the site that you all intend to build. Could you elaborate a little further, please?[/QUOTE]

Well we're still in the planning stage. But, for example, my Redskins Rewind column will continue but on the new site. Sheriff Gonna Getcha will provide previews of the upcoming opponents-with stat breakdowns, offensive and defensive philosophies, and matchups to watch. The new site (name still to be determined, checking availability of certain names) will not depend on The Washington Post or any other mainstream outlet for game recaps. We will have our very own Brud Lee at all home games, and hope to recruit some of you to cover away games.


We all can't say enough good things about TheWarpath.net, but the essential purpose of the new site is to allow you the fan to really speak your mind. More so in essay form, then the current dialogue form. To give as many people as possible their own "projects" for lack of a better word they will call their own.

8588, to answer some of your questions. Op-ed basically means an opinion piece. Usually by guest panelists. For example, we may invite someone from a Jets site to give his view on how Ramsey is doing and what his thoughts were on the Redskins-Jets preseason game. I hope I answered your original content question above. But basically, yes members original thoughts. The status quo is what you see now of this site. The new site will just dig a bit deeper and basically we'll be our own media and newswire.

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Thanks, that does clear up a lot.

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[QUOTE=NY_Skinsfan]I was thinking the same thing....will we be able to log into both sites with the same username and password or will we have to re-register to the new site?[/QUOTE]

Good question. We're hoping people can log in with the same. But I'm not a technical wiz by any means. And I guess Matty would have to allow it.

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whats wrong with posting essays in the news section as is currently done?

I'm not sure how a seperate site would really add any benefits beyond what this forum already provides...

seems like a split would just end up with everyone reading the same info twice :(

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[QUOTE=That Guy]whats wrong with posting essays in the news section as is currently done?

I'm not sure how a seperate site would really add any benefits beyond what this forum already provides...

seems like a split would just end up with everyone reading the same info twice :([/QUOTE]

I'd rather not air the Front Office's dirty laundry here (I'm not sure I used that term right), but really there have been far too many issues and differences. It's unfortunate that we all could not reach an agreement on what was best for The Warpath. Because it's such a busy time with the NFL Draft upcoming we have agreed to stay on board until then. After that though, it's simply time for us to move on.

We'll be sure that you're not reading the same info twice.

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Sorry to see you guys go. And good luck on the new venture.

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Hmmmm. April fools right????;)

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one too many egos.come on guys,we are all die hard skins fans but this isnt rocket science.why not just tweek the warpath and keep us one big happy(??) family.more fans in one location gets many,many different viewpoints(which is good!)

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[QUOTE=dmek25]one too many egos.come on guys,we are all die hard skins fans but this isnt rocket science.why not just tweek the warpath and keep us one big happy(??) family.more fans in one location gets many,many different viewpoints(which is good!)[/QUOTE]
TAFKAS is being a little kind.

While I've certainly enjoyed my stay here, it became apparent after this season and our partnership with Tony McGee that thewarpath.net could enjoy a larger media profile. Our discussions with Mr. Kyer (Matty) have made it clear that he thinks that's [I]impossible[/I] unless some of the "free spirits tone it down" (I still have that email, Mr. Kyer). In that spirit, I was asked to either stop writing the formerly trademarked Warpath Power Poll, or change its content to something a little less abrasive.

My belief is that the tone of the forum [U]I[/U] joined fiive years ago, and moderated for three years, had room for a little lighthearted fun. It turns out the guy who signs the checks disagrees, so I'm gone. Fortunately, TAFKAS and the Sheriff agree, and I couldn't ask for a more energetic team to be on.

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So, thats what happened to the Power Poll...

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Well.............that's exciting, and I'm sure difficult to get to this point of demarcation. Who will be remaining with the current Warpath framework?

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Good Luck guys!

I have to agree with that guy. I dont see how we wont be reading the same news twice. Sorry, but I certainly have NO interest in reading some essay from Joe Shmoe. The Guest thing sounds pretty good though.

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Everybody on the count of 3 ... 1 ....2 ...3 April Fools????






I Hope...this could be the end of civilization as we once knew it....


If this is true, this is really ashame. While the new site sounds like it would kick all kinds of ass, the warpath has been like home to me for years. I've come here with problems with school, jobs, homework, girls, and had everyoen there. I've actually made friends on this site (details will end there LOL ;) )....this is pretty crazy...

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[QUOTE=Hog1]Well.............that's exciting, and I'm sure difficult to get to this point of demarcation. Who will be remaining with the current Warpath framework?[/QUOTE]

I'm with Matty all the way, SCREW THE DEFECTORS!!

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While, I am sure Matty appreciates the allegiance, I was trying to determine who will remain on staff at the Warpath after the split?

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[QUOTE=Summo]I'm with Matty all the way, SCREW THE DEFECTORS!![/QUOTE]



LA RESISTANCE!!!!!!!!!!!


I'm not choosing sides, because people on both sides have been good to me and provided me great opprotunities.....I still dont know if I belive this.

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Wow, I'm shocked....I looked at my calender to see if it was indeed April 1st!!

I guess like anything else in life, it's the natue of the beast. There's a story in the bible where Abraham and Lot's herds outgrew the place they were presently occupying and they too had a contentuos split.

In any event I wish everyone the best of luck. But my heart is here at Warpath.net....but by the same token, I'm certain I'll visit the other site as well.

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the best part about the warpath is that it brought both of those aspects together into one site....the straight news and then your fellow fans response....both parts could coexist and expand on one site...I just dont think a split is neessary....but im not a moderator....so best of luck to you guys

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You guys are silly. April Fools!

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[quote=Schneed10]You guys are silly. April Fools![/quote]

Dude, I so hope you're right!

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[quote=12thMan]Dude, I so hope you're right![/quote]

The next step is going to be Matty coming in and "confirming" that they're leaving and branching off. Then we'll all get scared for a second that hey, maybe this really is happening. And then TAFKAS will yell April Fools!

PS If the split is real, who gets Super Happy Fun Thread? Because I'm going wherever it goes!

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The truth is guys, I was hoping to not have to deal with any of this in public, in fact this 'announcement' is just one example of how the mod staff aren't seeing things eye to eye.

Some mods think they can do a better job at running things, and that's fine. We have agreed to disagree and move on, but I was hoping to do this without any dramatics like posting an 'announcement' and possibly risk dividing the ranks. But it looks like some people have opted to draw a line in the sand, so be it.

Obviously I'm going to be in need for a new mod staff very soon. I'll be in contact with some of you that I've identified as being potential candidates.

Once again, sorry to be doing this in public guys, but as you can see it wasn't my choice.

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If this was posted tomorrow, I'd have no doubt it was a joke. If I had to wager money right now, I'd still put it on April Fools.

That said, if you guys really are serious, it would totally suck. Nevertheless, I'd try my best to visit both sites for their respective unique qualities.......so anything you guys can work out regarding compatability and keeping the same screen names would be greatly appreciated. I just wouldn't be able to deal with trying to figure out who was who on each site. I'm still having a tough enough time with the switch from "RamseyFan" to "Sheriff Gonna Getcha".

This better be a freaking joke though....

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In words quoted from the movie "Deliverence"...

"Don't say nuffin, just do it."

I like this place the way it is but build it and I'll take a peek.
Thanks for what you guys have added here and good luck.

peace
mike

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Well, I have been here for sometime and all those involved with running this board do a good job. I guess "its a business" and in business sometimes people don't see eye to eye and must go their separate ways. Regardless, THIS site has brought us all together and I will support whatever this site does from this point forward and wish luck to those that are off to do their thing.

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what was the problem with the power poll? i dont get it.

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for the record if this is an April fools joke it sucks. You can't do a joke that lasts over a day and starts on a day outside of 4/1.

This is really a surprise. Atleast you guys can keep your problems under raps. This really suck for most of us here. I will visit both sites and such.

Now, if my input had any value I would not put it in, in protest. I don't hold opinions that would change anything. BUT, i do have official welcomes and I will not officially welcome anyone until this matter is resolved. VIVA LA RESISTIANCE

Who gets ?3 ?(3) Who gets super happy ?(3) WHo gets pie?(3)-its dead anyway but you all seem to like it.... :(

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Where in the world is it actually April 1st?

And originally I thought this was true, I still don't believe it.

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[quote=TheMalcolmConnection]Where in the world is it actually April 1st?

And originally I thought this was true, I still don't believe it.[/quote]

Dude, this feels like the Brady Bunch is divorcing!

It's all Steve Spurrier's fault!!

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This is not funny or cool. This sucks ass. its like lavar leaving x 10... This really sucks.

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[QUOTE=12thMan]Dude, this feels like the Brady Bunch is divorcing!

It's all Steve Spurrier's fault!![/QUOTE]
Don't worry, kids. We all still love you. It's just that Mommy and Daddy need to be apart.

It looks like the new site will be located at [url]www.redskinswarpath.com[/url] - for the duration of our stay here, Mr. Kyer has agreed to allow the URL to redirect to his site.

As for those of you who have clearly made your choice ("Screw the defectors?") as to which site you'll prefer, you will be missed. My feeling is that the spirit of "thewarpath.net" will carry on at our new site, while Mr. Kyer's homogenization of the original to appease his preferred corporate overlords will turn my old home into little more than kffl links and flavorless commentary. I think you'll be able to stack the two sites next to each other by the preseason, and we'll see plenty of you at [size=4]www.redskinswarpath.com[/size].

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This will be worse than a divorce if you have ever been through one of those. Has anybody kept a record of time and other investments that have been made in the creation of what now exists? When it gets time to carve things up, memories of how they came to be created will surface, the genesis of concepts will become muddled and egos will be bruised if not crushed; chaos will reign. One of the most difficult tasks is the division of intellectual property which is at the foundation of this media and that includes avatars, layouts, the "feel" of the board, the wallpapers, not to mention the subscribers who will simply "move on". I can see no good will come of this; There seems to be enough threads already included in this site to accommodate multiple directions. Is this not just a food fight? Think it over gang before it's too late.

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I'll believe it when it says April 2nd.

You guys and your elaborate hoaxes.

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Well, the only positive that could possibly come out of this, is that a new group of Mods and Admins will emerge to maintain the site and keep it up to par.

I'm sure Matty has some in mind, but let throw my two cents in:

Schneed
Malcolm
FP??
Guy
PSU

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Hey Brudlee
I can't wait to see your microsoft paint graphics by numbers you jackass!!