It's not you, it's me...

[thadthrasher 1,692]

Hello VHL,

 

This post serves as my announcement of my resignation from Recruitment, GM of the New York Americans, Board of Governors, and as one of the VHLE Commissioners. Allow me a moment to explain:

 

On October 8th, 2020, I found myself with a lot of time on my hands. I was working part-time and earning my Master's degree while living in a world that was dictated by COVID. I saw an advertisement on one of Thrash94's videos for the VHL and I quickly joined. I came in eager to learn, eager to earn, and eager to make Hall of Fame-worthy players. I dove headfirst into the VHL community and loved every minute of it. Eventually, I applied to be a GM for Team USA in the WJC and since then I've managed in one way or another. I became a GM for the San Diego Marlins, then the Stockholm Vikings, and finally the New York Americans. In all of that, I helped manage various off-season tournaments as well. That escalated to me taking a position on the Recruitment Team, and being asked to work as a Commissioner for the VHLE, which I happily accepted.

 

While all of that was going on, my personal life and career were taking off. My wife became pregnant, we moved back to our home state, and our family grew. I finished my Master's, and started working full-time, and the time that I had to devote to the league dwindled more and more over time. This year though has been a tipping point. As some of you know, my mother struggled with addiction my whole life, and in April that struggle caught up to her and she passed. Then, my wife and I endured the hardship of losing two children through miscarriage. Those events led us to grow much closer, and it made me realize just how precious the time I have with my family is. It's only here temporarily, and it can vanish in the blink of an eye.

 

Those hard moments were, well, hard. But, there have been so many good things to happen in my life this year, most of them revolving around increased work responsibilities. While I love my work, I don't have the luxury of a job that runs 9-5 and is off on the weekends, so the free time I do get is rather limited and decreases more and more. 

 

All of that being said, I want you to know that I am not making this decision because I'm burnt out, nor because I've lost interest in the VHL. It comes down to the fact that I just don't have the time I used to when I first started, and I can't devote the way I want to the thing that I seem to be lacking. 

 

My goal, at this time, is to finish out my career with Dynamite and then...well, who knows? Maybe I'll take a season or two off completely and lurk every once in a while, or maybe I'll make another player and ride the pension/welfare train for a while. I don't know. What I do know is that I'm thankful for the time I've had here, and for the friends I've made. 

 

Edited December 18, 2023 by thadthrasher

[Alex 3,246]

Sorry to see you step down, thank you for everything you did as a GM! Best of luck with your future endevours!

[Ricer13 2,823]

Dang we lost another good one! It was a pleasure working with you over the seasons. You’ve made the VHL a fun place to be.

[Spartan 4,530]

Much love Thad

[jacobcarson877 2,559]

Takes a lot of bravery to run/be a part of 4 of the most overhated organizations in the league. And you always did it with class!

Edited December 18, 2023 by jacobcarson877

[MexicanCow123 915]

Sad to see a top tier VHL member go. You were just a great guy in every interaction, thanks for everything you've done Thad. Gonna miss you 

[samx 1,175]

Dang flabbit. Thank you for all the work you've put into the league. I hope to see you back and kicking again soon

[Victor 11,009]

New York kills another great man  

[KaleebtheMighty 1,539]

Lots of love Thad, I hope you’re doing well and I enjoyed GMing alongside you through the M, the beginning of the E, and now the VHL. You can always reach out if you need anything buddy!

[frescoelmo 1,282]

I look forward to continuing our relationship through other mediums

[leandrofg 1,175]

Appreciate you, Thad!

[N0HBDY 1,128]

All I heard was “I’m burnt out” 

[Subject056 1,244]

You will be missed Thad! Was a pleasure getting to know you!

[Scurvy 1,538]

It was a pleasure!  Be well, and hope to see you again someday.

[badcolethetitan 938]

Hope to see you around still! One day you'll make a return, hopefully!

[Banackock 8,122]

2 hours ago, N0HBDY said:

All I heard was “I’m burnt out” 

[Banackock 8,122]

SEE YOU AROUND THAD THE CHAD WHO IS A DAD 

[KRZY 416]

Hate to see ya go you will be missed ! Glad I got the pleasure of playing on the same team as you . Also hope to see you around here and there !

[Nykonax 1,566]

Sad, it was great getting to know you and having you on Vancouver, you'll be missed, best of luck with everything

[Gaikoku-hito 2,130]

Much respect @thadthrasher!! Sad to see you leave if that is a case but life comes first as I am sure you are aware of with your statement but I hope you really have time to at least pop you head in from time to time if you cannot stay around for good. Best of luck to you and your family!! Much Love!!