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There are some silver linings here. Recruits and parents of recruits have to be wondering what kind of program USC is running. The other members of the championship selection committee have to be wondering about Haden's decision making ability as well. And, it will likely get worse for USC. When people like Sark and Haden reveal an irrational behavior and get called on it, they don't willingly admit their mistake. They become more irrational trying to defend their position. And when they receive further criticism, they become even more resolute and irrational. This is yet another example of cognitive dissonance. In this case, there is a big discrepancy between Haden's self-image and his public image. I find this episode entertaining. Recent examples on this board, not so much.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cognitive_dissonance

[Extra Point]

There are some silver linings here. Recruits and parents of recruits have to be wondering what kind of program USC is running. The other members of the championship selection committee have to be wondering about Haden's decision making ability as well. And, it will likely get worse for USC. When people like Sark and Haden reveal an irrational behavior and get called on it, they don't willingly admit their mistake. They become more irrational trying to defend their position. And when they receive further criticism, they become even more resolute and irrational. This is yet another example of cognitive dissonance. In this case, there is a big discrepancy between Haden's self-image and his public image. I find this episode entertaining. Recent examples on this board, not so much.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cognitive_dissonance