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There’s a sense, particularly among those outside the African-American community, that the media sometimes constrains the conversation to focus excessively on racial implications rather than the broader accomplishments of individuals like Franklin and Freeman. Commentators express a desire for a future where discussions of race do not overshadow the individual achievements of coaches who excel at their craft.
Critics point out that discussions around race in coaching often surface in the media's framing rather than organically emerging from the achievements themselves. The narrative shouldn’t solely revolve around race, but should celebrate coaches based on their effectiveness and success in their roles.