It was kind of like a dream while it was happening. I just could not believe it was all real. It's something that stays with you forever. Not many days go by when I don't think about Scott.

Scotty lived and breathed lacrosse. Officiating was a big, big part of his life. He reached the highest level of the profession and was extremely well-liked by his fellow officials, well-respected by coaches at all levels.

Everyone did everything possible to help him. It all happened so suddenly... there was nothing that could be done.

Good riddance, man,'' said a Browns player.

When friends would call and say something about this job or that job, I told them, 'The answer is the same as it was three weeks ago, two weeks ago: I am not coaching [elsewhere] next season.'

I think he just said what was on his mind.