Lee Priest Suspended Troy Alves Rewarded and

[ILuvPriest]

You are given a platform Bob ... but it's the Manion platform. You are told what to say and when to say it. Lee steps out of line and you get the word from Manion to "pull" him back in. You use your title as Athletes Rep to make sure Lee stays away from anything controversial. Giving him "advice" and telling him you have his "best interest" at heart. What a crock of shit...

Yes when Lee does something the IFBB doesn't like, they use you as their mouthpiece to make sure he gets the message not to fuck things up. Then you come on here, making the same tired statement time and again about how he refused a shorter suspension.
It would be refreshing if you could just state clearly where he stands ... since you probably already know, being as you're Manion's bitch

[Busted]

You are amusing, I'll give you that...I've never gotten ONE MC job from Manion...ZERO. Promoters hire you, not the pres of the NPC...Robin Chang, Jon Lindsay, Jim Rockell, Steve McAdams, Etc....

Why would I be on JIm's bad side? We've had a frienship for over 25 years , always given me a platform to voice my opinion...we havent always seen eye to eye, but always respected each others opinion...

As for not doing shit....I suggestdoing a little homework before making a bigger jerkoff of yourself. The official minutes to every Pro League meeting are posted at IFBBPRO.com...feel free to check them out sometime.

And if Manion told those Promoters "dont hire bob" (since he runs the IFBB and OWNS the NPC) they would listen to him.  Again you dance around he subjects. 

[Busted]

You are given a platform Bob ... but it's the Manion platform. You are told what to say and when to say it. Lee steps out of line and you get the word from Manion to "pull" him back in. You use your title as Athletes Rep to make sure Lee stays away from anything controversial. Giving him "advice" and telling him you have his "best interest" at heart. What a crock of shit...

Yes when Lee does something the IFBB doesn't like, they use you as their mouthpiece to make sure he gets the message not to fuck things up. Then you come on here, making the same tired statement time and again about how he refused a shorter suspension.
It would be refreshing if you could just state clearly where he stands ... since you probably already know, being as you're Manion's bitch

The IFBB is NOTHING with out the Athletes.  Yet, the "athletes rep" calls Lee telling him giving him advice, when he should be calling Manion saying NO you are NOT going to treat an athlete like this.

[Meltdown]

Puppets do as they are instructed to do,you know someone has to pull the strings and Chicks strings get pulled so much he can't talk without asking Jim what to say.It's Fukin Sad that the Pros Rep is a Fukin Puppet.Ask him when are they Voting for the Reps job again.But like all IFBB jobs it could be for LIFE.FFS.

[ILuvPriest]

Puppets do as they are instructed to do,you know someone has to pull the strings and Chicks strings get pulled so much he can't talk without asking Jim what to say.It's Fukin Sad that the Pros Rep is a Fukin Puppet.Ask him when are they Voting for the Reps job again.But like all IFBB jobs it could be for LIFE.FFS.

You can ask Bob this question until the end of earth... he has and will continue to skirt questions that he has no permission to answer. As you said... he's a puppet. So if his master does not tell him what to say, he's at a loss. Stumbling around, avoiding the real issues and giving his pat answers.....

[tonymctones]

hey bob I dont know the ins and outs of the situation as you do, but do you really think that lee has been treated fairly compared to other competitors? It does seem fairly one sided in this situation, sure hes done things wrong but if ronnie or jay did the same im sure they would have been given a pass or at least been let back in by now. Has any competitor been treated unfairly in your opinion? I respect your opinion b/c your in a position none of us are, but please be honest

bump for a response

[Meltdown]

No Response is a True Response when it comes from Bob.

[Chick]

hey bob I dont know the ins and outs of the situation as you do, but do you really think that lee has been treated fairly compared to other competitors? It does seem fairly one sided in this situation, sure hes done things wrong but if ronnie or jay did the same im sure they would have been given a pass or at least been let back in by now. Has any competitor been treated unfairly in your opinion? I respect your opinion b/c your in a position none of us are, but please be honest

Yes I believe Lee has been treated fairly. I would have liked to have seen him back in by now, but there are circumstances which prevented this from happening already. If we are comparing his punishment to that of others who have violated the same rule...then the IFBB's stance has been consistant. Anyone who has ever crossed over to a rival federation while holding a IFBB card, has been suspended.


Lee is lucky they are even entertaining his request to be reinstated, as they could have simply just not responded to his request. I have worked closely with Lee in submiting his request, and I am confident he will be voted back in at the Pro League meeting at the Olympia...Lee knows what he has to do, and continue to do...ultimately, it's in his hands.

[CT_Muscle]

Yes I believe Lee has been treated fairly. I would have liked to have seen him back in by now, but there are circumstances which prevented this from happening already. If we are comparing his punishment to that of others who have violated the same rule...then the IFBB's stance has been consistant. Anyone who has ever crossed over to a rival federation while holding a IFBB card, has been suspended.


Lee is lucky they are even entertaining his request to be reinstated, as they could have simply just not responded to his request. I have worked closely with Lee in submiting his request, and I am confident he will be voted back in at the Pro League meeting at the Olympia...Lee knows what he has to do, and continue to do...ultimately, it's in his hands.

So your saying there is no chance of him qualifying for this years O? Also will you be the Emcee at the NY PRO?

[Meltdown]

Didn't Gary Strydom compete in a Non IFBB contest??I think he has an IFBB Pro card Now.Circumstances which Prevented this from happening already and What would that have been Bob???

[G o a t b o y]

Bob, you keep saying he "left" the federation.  No he didn't, he was tossed out.  He was signed up to do an IFBB show after his first PDI show, and he fully intended to do it.  You guys didn't let him. 

[Chick]

So your saying there is no chance of him qualifying for this years O? Also will you be the Emcee at the NY PRO?

Yes, I'll be hosting the NY Pro...

He can't qualify if he cant compete....and the vote isn't until Olympia wekend. Best he could do if he gets reinstated, is compete at the european shows following the O, or next year ('09)

[Meltdown]

Where is the information on all those shows after the Olympia Bob there is None on the Pro site??.You would think that if there is IFBB Pro shows that someone would post them on it's Pro site.

[tonymctones]

Yes I believe Lee has been treated fairly. I would have liked to have seen him back in by now, but there are circumstances which prevented this from happening already. If we are comparing his punishment to that of others who have violated the same rule...then the IFBB's stance has been consistant. Anyone who has ever crossed over to a rival federation while holding a IFBB card, has been suspended.


Lee is lucky they are even entertaining his request to be reinstated, as they could have simply just not responded to his request. I have worked closely with Lee in submiting his request, and I am confident he will be voted back in at the Pro League meeting at the Olympia...Lee knows what he has to do, and continue to do...ultimately, it's in his hands.

cool, it does suck though b/c lee is a great bb and brings another dynamic to the field when he competes. Heres another question for you if you dont mind. Do you think its fair to limit the competitions that ifbb bb's are allowed to enter to only ifbb events? These guys careers are fairly short for the most part not including some freaks who compete for decades, so shouldnt these guys be able to make as much money as possible during the height of their careers? I understand that they sign the contract but what other choice do they have? there is no other reputable federation out there mainly b/c they are not allowed to compete in other organizitions events. Do you think if the atheletes stood together and said screw this we are competing in any event we want the ifbb would back down?
LOL I know thats alot of questions but im just curious things dont really seem fair from the atheletes side of things, all in all.

[New Hank Wood]

Reality check:  

The midget is now in his mid thirties with burnt out receptors.

He still cycles to the gills and now lives with a permanently reddened  and bloated face.  

He is semi illiterate and has the 'reasoning skills' of a third grader.  

He has a chequered history with woman and is known for his erratic and violent mood swings.  

The midget has never dealt with his Napoleon complex and lives in a state of fiction.  

He continues to employ comic book fantasy to his lonely life.  

He talks about the fans.  The translation being; a bunch of adolescent fourteen years olds, who can identify with his foul mouth and rebel delusions.

The midget will forever remain an outcast.

God bless this misdirected nobody!

[Chick]

Where is the information on all those shows after the Olympia Bob there is None on the Pro site??.You would think that if there is IFBB Pro shows that someone would post them on it's Pro site.

They are currently under construction, if all goes well, there should be a few more shows added...

[Meltdown]

Hank are you saying the IFBB will not have Priest back in the IFBB in 2008 or beyond??

[Chick]

cool, it does suck though b/c lee is a great bb and brings another dynamic to the field when he competes. Heres another question for you if you dont mind.

Do you think its fair to limit the competitions that ifbb bb's are allowed to enter to only ifbb events?

Yes, that is the price you pay when you accept a pro card from them...you forgo all other federations for the chance to make your way in the IFBB, and the opportunities it offers.


These guys careers are fairly short for the most part not including some freaks who compete for decades, so shouldnt these guys be able to make as much money as possible during the height of their careers?

Yes....within the federation. If they're making nothing, then what would they have to lose by going elsewhere? As for making guest posing appearances, etc....I believe they should be able to go whereever they wish, not only to promote themselves, but the federation as well.....


I understand that they sign the contract but what other choice do they have? there is no other reputable federation out there mainly b/c they are not allowed to compete in other organizitions events. Do you think if the atheletes stood together and said screw this we are competing in any event we want the ifbb would back down?

In theory...yes. In reality...never happen.


LOL I know thats alot of questions but im just curious things dont really seem fair from the atheletes side of things, all in all.

[tonymctones]

Reality check:  

The midget is now in his mid thirties with burnt out receptors.

He still cycles to the gills and now lives with a permanently reddened  and bloated face.  

He is semi illiterate and has the 'reasoning skills' of a third grader.  

He has a chequered history with woman and is known for his erratic and violent mood swings.  

The midget has never dealt with his Napoleon complex and lives in a state of fiction.  

He continues to employ comic book fantasy to his lonely life.  

He talks about the fans.  The translation being; a bunch of adolescent fourteen years olds, who can identify with his foul mouth and rebel delusions.

The midget will forever remain an outcast.

God bless this misdirected nobody!

wow did lee priest offend you in some way? FACT is lee priest is a great bb and probably has some of the best arms in bb, if he wasnt he wouldnt have been a top ifbb pro

[ILuvPriest]

Yes I believe Lee has been treated fairly. I would have liked to have seen him back in by now, but there are circumstances which prevented this from happening already. If we are comparing his punishment to that of others who have violated the same rule...then the IFBB's stance has been consistant. Anyone who has ever crossed over to a rival federation while holding a IFBB card, has been suspended.


Lee is lucky they are even entertaining his request to be reinstated, as they could have simply just not responded to his request. I have worked closely with Lee in submiting his request, and I am confident he will be voted back in at the Pro League meeting at the Olympia...Lee knows what he has to do, and continue to do...ultimately, it's in his hands.

Of course you believe Lee has been treated fairly. He did what he had to do, finished competing in the PDI, accepted a 12month suspension and kept quiet during that time.
Your perception of what is fair is skewed by the fact you are in Manion's pocket. You are not FOR the athletes Bob and never will be. Manion is the one who has you by the balls and you will do whatever it takes to stay in his good graces.

The IFBB do not want Lee to stir up more controversy. You as the Rep is in the perfect position to make sure you are enforcing their wishes. Give Lee some hope/timeline, make sure you reiterate to him how important it is to stay quiet and Manion can continue with his personal vendetta against Lee. And you keep doing what you're doing...Manion's little assboy.

You say it's not personal... hell, if it wasn't, then why is he still out? And don't come with your same shitty responses. We are not stupid Bob. We are able to read between the lines.

[Chick]

Of course you believe Lee has been treated fairly. He did what he had to do, finished competing in the PDI, accepted a 12month suspension and kept quiet during that time. Your perception of what is fair is skewed by the fact you are in Manion's pocket. You are not FOR the athletes Bob and never will be. Manion is the one who has you by the balls and you will do whatever it takes to stay in his good graces.

The IFBB do not want Lee to stir up more controversy. You as the Rep is in the perfect position to make sure you are enforcing their wishes. Give Lee some hope/timeline, make sure you reiterate to him how important it is to stay quiet and Manion can continue with his personal vendetta against Lee. And you keep doing what you're doing...Manion's little assboy.

You say it's not personal... hell, if it wasn't, then why is he still out? And don't come with your same shitty responses. We are not stupid Bob. We are able to read between the lines.

LOL...

[New Hank Wood]

Chick, you just can never get enough of this topic, can you?  You just love to discuss the trials and tribulations of this height-challenged-man!

Chick, what is behind your interest in this now very boring and predictable subject? 

Yes Chick, what in  God's name are you getting out this mindless and circular debate?

Answer: He enjoys bashing the little guy.  It makes him feel important and worthy!

[JohnnyVegas]

Reality check:  

The midget is now in his mid thirties with burnt out receptors.

He still cycles to the gills and now lives with a permanently reddened  and bloated face.  

He is semi illiterate and has the 'reasoning skills' of a third grader.  

He has a chequered history with woman and is known for his erratic and violent mood swings.  

The midget has never dealt with his Napoleon complex and lives in a state of fiction.  

He continues to employ comic book fantasy to his lonely life.  

He talks about the fans.  The translation being; a bunch of adolescent fourteen years olds, who can identify with his foul mouth and rebel delusions.

The midget will forever remain an outcast.

God bless this misdirected nobody Sean Rey!

Wow, sounds like Sean's life is ending

[Busted]

LOL...

I coudlnt imagine the Players association siding with the League over their players.  Players associations tell the LEAGUE what they want... and thats that... Manion tells Bob what HE wants and Bob tells the athletes this is how its gonna be and there is no negotiating,
Bob, you as the "players rep" when manion sends you a letter you arent supposed to just pass it on to the athelte, you are supposed to call him up and say THIS IS BULLSHIT and we WONT stand for it.  But then again, if the athletes had a rep they trusted they probally would all unite...

Whats worse a NFL player going to the Canadian Leagues or a NFL player getting busted 3 times for selling drugs?
Whats worse a NFL player going to Arena League or a NFL player having sex with piece of fruit on cam and putting it on the net?

Only in the world of "bodybuilding" is competing in another League that big of a deal.  No other pro sport gives a shit, only bodybuiilding, casue the Head of the IFBB owns the Ameteur ranks and has a monopoly on the sport. 

[Busted]

Chick, you just can never get enough of this topic, can you?  You just love to discuss the trials and tribulations of this height-challenged-man!

Chick, what is behind your interest in this now very boring and predictable subject? 

Yes Chick, what in  God's name are you getting out this mindless and circular debate?

Answer: He enjoys bashing the little guy.  It makes him feel important and worthy!

He doesnt get anything out of it casue he really doesnt give a shit.