Michael Jordan,

Rumors of his impending resignation swept the country Tuesday; speculation that he would finally quit was front-page news Wednesday in the nation's most prestigious papers -- including the New York Times and the Washington Post; and the press conference where he finally announced that he was really going to leave was broadcast live on several American television networks. It's not the President of the United States that we're talking about, but someone who is probably …

…on. Once again, I've had a great time and I can't say enough for the people who've supported me and my life will take a change. And a lot of people say 'well, Michael Jodran doesn't have any challenges away from the game of basketball.' Well, I dispute that. You know, being a parent is very challenging, if you have kids you know that, and I welcome that challenge. I look forward to it."