I usually stay out of threads/ conversations of this nature. I, too, have had my losing battles with addiction.

In Scot's case, I will make an exception. Folks, Scot has a problem. Those of you that wish to split hairs over his moral consequences, really are being unfair to a guy that has just requested our help. He doesn't want your cash, he doesn't want you to visit him in county, he just requests that you write a quick or long(you be the judge) letter, that can be given to the court, explaining that it would be better to get him into rehab-where he might have a chance to recover, as opposed to rotting away for a good amount of time locked up, with no positive support.

I did not get to be one of Scot's friends back in the day. I never went around the country racing all the local hot shoes. I did, however, know that Scot and his merry band of delinquents did. I so wanted to be just like them. Everything I took from BMX as my own, was a direct result of Scot's labor/ efforts. Folks, he was definately one of the first two that invented our sport. He created the cruiser class. He showed BMX manufacturers that team sponsorship was lucritive. He pioneered our sport in so many ways.

What's the harm in a F'ing(yes, that "F" word) letter letting the court know that you suport him and would prefer him to have drug rehabilitation as opposed to unproductive lock up. I know I got a whole lot of inspiration from having mashed potato muscles and hitting the iron pile when all the gangsters were done - NOT!. Former jailbirds, did you feel spiritually inclined on mystery meat night? I certainly loved Gorilla nuts...

"Jail might be just what he needs." Get bent.

I've done time and the only thing I ever thought about when locked up was what I was going to do when I got out. Jail, is not an enriching experience.

Just write a dang letter, show some support and feel good that you might be helping someone that truly needs help. A letter will not tarnish all of your high moralistic ego's.

Great Post STODD.

Jail is not what this BROTHER needs. Been there done that. He needs our help... there i have said it. Yes I have been locked up too. It is not something I talk about or bost about. It is something that I have to live with everyday. IT'S CALLED A PAST AND EVERYONE OF US HAS ONE..... Just do something. I have, and I am respected for it..

Jamie,
I would be honored to write a letter for Scott, he is truly one of my heroes, yes, he has faults, that has put him on government funded vacation, but he doesn't fake or hide them. The positive that he has done, and has continued to do with his support of the sport of BMX. I have been lucky to have never been addicted to drugs (I'm the weird guy who not only didn't do them back in the day, I still haven't tried them and don't plan on it) but I do have many friends (and family) who do/have, some even died from it. Does OM's attorney have any points that we should hit on? One more thing guys, make sure and sign your full name and include all your contact info. I'll try and talk to my attorney for ideas, but since I canceled going to the track this weekend, I know I won't be seeing him. My prayers and positive thoughts are with Scott!!

Scott is pretty much the "father of BMX", I think we all owe him alot. This is just sad, whatever I can do to help (a few $, a letter, petition) whatever, I will try and help.

I know that there are a few members here that are in the law enforcement community, and hopefully they can assist in some way "1 member in particular (not mentioning any names) had a working relationship w/ Scott BITD" maybe he will chime in...

I know 1st hand what drug addiction can do to you and the people that you care about, but theres nothing out there that cant be beat if you put your heart & soul into it. The drug laws in this country are completely screwed up, and 20 years in prison, or a few weeks in rehab, it really doesnt matter, because a junky will always be a junky until they decide that they dont wanna be a junky no more.

TO SCOTT: You have inspired all of us over the years as you have been a huge influence from the kid who just picked up Mongoose @ Walmart, and is now jumping dirt piles in Anywere USA, to the top BMX pros from the begining until today, if it werent for you, this sport would probably not even exist.
Inspire us again, and beat this addiction !!!!
Good luck & God bless,
Joe

Scot,

Since the day you and I first met, you've always had a kind word and encouragement. Whenever you called , the first thing you always asked was how my family was doing. That showed you have a strong heart and you always closed our conversations with God Bless. That demonstated your faith.
I know your demons need to be fought and I hope our thoughts and words will help you through this difficult period. Having Jamie come on here and post your story is opening a view of your life that many are not aware of. That takes courage to face the problems. I hope you find the help needed to get through this and I'll always be a friend to you.

You've made a positive impact in many many lives through your BMX endeavours and I hope with your good heart, courage, and faith, you'll get better and find peace.

I love you brother...

I think Bill just wrote the letter that says it all!!

Good Job

Scot has treated me like a little brother, even though it was only 4 years ago we 1st spoke. there have been many times i have wanted to sock him in the eye for his self-destructive behavior and the wreckage he has left behind for many good people to clean up. despite all that, my door has always been open to him, and my family has made him one of our own. in better times we have laughed about how bad he is at being an addict - he's always getting caught!

Scot has never truly understood how much so many people care for him. it should be plain to anybody reading JU's heartfelt comments, but there's a blind spot there with Scot.

my wife and i have both spoken to Jamie, and she truly cares for Scot. Jamie will have my family's support in any way we can give it.

How ironic this comes up - I just had dinner with Cash. We had this discussion and had no idea it was on the boards. If not tonight, it was to come soon.

I believe rehab would be better for Scot. But Scot, it's time for you to own it and clean it up. Enough. It is not anyones fault but yours my friend. We have been here to many times. The wreckage left behind is ugly and your 50 year old (+ or -) body is going to give up soon otherwise. I do not need a funeral this year.

I will pray for healing for my friend.

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Those real close to Scot know his problems. We communicated recently and I know what he is going through. Although I will do whatever I can to help him, I can understand why JU, Ben (and others who won't say it so openly) feel the need do some soul searching first.

In the end, we will ALL help the OM in one way or another. Be it prayers, letters on his behalf, or by other means. I am sure the OM knows all of us in the community love him for what he did for the sport

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Dear Jeff,

I just spoke to Scot and you know him he started to cry when I gave him your message. Tough guy but a big heart! I know what you mean about you have seen this movie before. I love him too and he wants to be clean. So if praying is all you can give then dont feel bad. He told me to tell you that he is sorry!! please forgive him.

Take care,
Jamie

I met the OM at Rockford and I told him he was my hero. I meant it. Perfection has never interested me. Flaws are the thing that makes us human and builds our souls. You can count on a letter from me. Prison is not the answer if we want him to beat the demons.

Letter sent requesting drug rehabilitation. I hope it helps. You certainly helped Brian with your support when he had triple bypass heart surgery. God Bless. Vivian

Man I love the OM. His was the first clinic I took back at the Pontiac Silverdome. I went on to win that so he taught me well, he has always been a wealth of information, strength and support to me. It was great to reconnect back in Rockford. I still have the pic where he gave me a smooch (sorry Jamie).

I feel alot of what Jeff does at not such a deep level as Jeff and him go back so many years. My sister has spent years in and out of jail
(for the same reasons) and always seems to return there after trying to get her life back on track in the outside. So the same old story plays true in my heart also.

I know Scott has a great heart but until he wants to change his life and draw upon his friends for support there is not a lot any of us can do. I don't think Jail is the place for him, nor do I think rehab is. Until he wants to change we can only sit back and watch.

Damn I wish I wasn't so far away.

I fought sending a letter as I have delt with this before and before the weekend ends I will have made my decision.

Whatever way I choose Jamie please tell Scott it weighed on me and I did what I thought was best. I love him like a big brother no matter what and hope that he finds the inner peace we so desperatly hope he gets.

I just spoke to Scot and read all of your emails to him! I'm not sure who was crying more me or him! THANK YOU ALL! By reading your support to him makes him feel alive and the will to go on. You are all very true friends that is so very much appreicated. I will let youl know the results of Mondays court.

Thank you all again,

Jamie

sending strength and love

Here's the Scot I met - smiling, laughing, happy, and kind. My hope is that he ends up in the place that is most conducive to a sincere lifestyle change. My thoughts go out to Jamie and JU and all the others who struggle with this on a more intimate level than I.

I hope the decision that is made in court allows Scot the opportunity dedicate himself to a change of lifestyle that will ease the minds of those closest to him, and by doing so, provide him with the strength to regain the dignity and self-respect that everyone must have to succeed.

Tom

I just hope this story has a happy ending.

I work with someone who has been chronically depressed for 14 years, and people say "just snap out of it". Well, its not that easy. It takes time, as do a lot things including this. But if you stongly believe you can climb out of the hole you have fallen into, there will always be people at different levels of that hole to enourage you to the top.

Be Strong. Be well.

at the start people take drugs for a good time (where do we draw the line) , it gets a hold of some people ! There are people soooo addicted to things that this man has done in his life !!!!
Scot the buzz and happiness this world has had from you and your creation's are unbelievable !

i feel sad for the situation BUT hope that you can help yourself . all the well wishes in the world will not help you , if you dont help you !!!

There are literally millions of people in this world know you from what you have done , not personally but as the OM and as BMX itself , and im sure if they were on here , they would also express their support for you too .

my thoughts are for you , good luck man , hope all comes good !

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