I think he should have the opportunity if he can prove that he's reformed his attitude. I also think anyone who hires him needs to monitor the situation very closely.

I'm always for giving a second chance.

I concur. Mike Rice should be given a second chance with the caveat that he continues anger management and/or counseling.

Christopher_ Cooke
He absolutely should be given a 2nd chance. I believe wholeheartedly in redemption; we're all flawed and EVERYONE errs and to not give someone another chance is shortsighted, irrational and just plain wrong.

You never get a second chance to make a good first impression....

I too believe in second chances, even three strikes, and then you're out (depending on the situation; don't apply this thinking to physical/sexual abuse of any kind). With continued counseling & tight oversight Mike Rice may grow to a highly respected coach. His track record & knowledge of the game can benefit many, if taught in a respectful manner.

As a contributing Alumni, father of a student who roomed with the team manager, and friend of parent of a player on that team, I say yes. Although I consider the behavior displayed in the video as totally unacceptable, it was but 30 seconds taken over a 2 year period from 100 hours of video tape. What the video did not show was the players holding the coach in a playful headlock after practice, him holding and participating in pickup games with non-team member students. One should poll the players to get an accurate perspective and account of events. No doubt Mike Rice had/has "anger management" problems. But he is not a monster that does not deserve a closely-monitored second chance, This event originated when a disgruntled former athletic dept employee sought an ax to grind.

The Law Offices of Alan J Schwartz, PC is all about making sure that people who do something stupid get a second chance (or even a third chance) at living a productive life, where their mistakes do not haunt them!

Erik, you are a coach---do you think you could completely change your style if you had to? I could be wrong but coaching methods are usually deeply ingrained...
I'm all about giving second chances, I just cant wrap my mind around the Paula Deen controversy....
it seems to get worse by the hour. Why do you think she has not been given a second chance?

I believe in growth but apply a different, stricter standard when Kids and young people are involved.