In Quotes

Reaction to Tuesday’s terrorist attacks:

“Out of respect for the victims and their families of Tuesday’s terrorist actions and in recognition of a day of mourning to occur later this week, [we] have determined the best course of action is to refrain from playing.”

Tim Finchem, PGA Tour commissioner

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“[We have] decided to follow President George W. Bush’s admonition to start to get our country back to normal so the healing can begin. For this reason, and to honor those who died, the LPGA Tour players will compete this weekend.”

Ty Votaw, LPGA Tour commissioner

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“It’s great to see the fans come to the arena, but I think that everybody should concentrate on something else right now, not hockey. It’s pretty tough to do. It’s pretty scary. I would say it’s a third war.”

Jaromir Jagr, Washington Capitals

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“I am very concerned about playing a football game when we still have loved ones missing. I’m leaning toward us not playing and doing what we can --even if it’s just a prayer --to help the people who are suffering.”

Trace Armstrong, Oakland Raiders

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“If they want us to play, by gosh, we’ll be ready to play.”

Jon Gruden, Raider coach

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“There are simply no words.”

Ruben Acosta, President of the International Volleyball Federation