That was Hornblower, he's an ex laker who gives preferential treatment to them over other candidates simply for that reason. I believe he was quoted as saying they liked lakers because "they're so excited to fly for us!" Haha yeah really you think?! They're flying 1900s they'd be thrilled to fly 175s at Mesa for $20/hour!!

Horizon is the worst choice for anyone looking to go to Alaska. You have to sign over all your employee records, wait a year in a pool and lose seniority, volunteer all your time for AG events, save some seals and just MAYBE you will make it to day 2 of the interview process...Meanwhile lakers and guys from any other airline are having the red carpet rolled out for them without being subjected to those undue burdens. Give me a break.