The Editor, Sir:

Like the hen whose baby chicks are taken away, coach Stephen Francis and anyone for that matter, will be sour.

For the benefit of the people of Jamaica at home and abroad, along with the team at the Olympics, give the man full access to his 10 pupils. And quit the vindictiveness.

Do you all not want optimal performance from your athletes?

Well, cut the crap! and rise above petty grievances. Do the right thing. Jamaica stands to benefit.

Give the athletes the opportunity to stay focused.

I am, etc.,

ANDREW SMITH

curlineqawee@bellsouth.net