Captain Jason from Below Deck Down Under Discusses Whether He Would Have Dismissed Gary King from Sailing Yacht After Concerns of Overstepping as Captain

Below Deck Down Under‘s Captain Jason Chambers recently stirred the waters by expressing his thoughts on whether he would have dismissed Gary King from Below Deck Sailing Yacht for excessive drinking. The fifth season of Sailing Yacht came to a close while the third season of Down Under has just launched. During the airing of Sailing Yacht, Captain Glenn Shephard had established stringent alcohol guidelines for an evening outing. Unfortunately, Gary and several crew members overindulged, consuming as many as 10 drinks, which infuriated Captain Glenn. Despite his disappointment, Glenn opted not to fire Gary.

In a dialogue with EW, Captain Jason provided insights into how he would have handled Gary’s drinking on Sailing Yacht, had he been at the helm. He stated that Captain Glenn’s approach was commendable, reflecting his belief that adults should adhere to rules. Displeased by Gary’s immature conduct even after being warned, Jason remarked that if he had been in charge, Gary “probably wouldn’t have a job.”

Captain Jason’s conversation with EW also served to update fans on the heightened measures taken following the sexual assault allegations against crew member Luke Jones in the previous season. He revealed that producers now closely monitor alcohol consumption on board, resulting in a notable reduction in drinking levels among crew members. Despite the stricter oversight, Jason emphasized that the fun hasn’t dissipated, stating, “Crew still actually dropped their guard a little bit, ”but confirmed they remained capable of boarding the vessel without issues.

Implications of Captain Jason Firing Gary King for Below Deck

The Significance of Gary’s Potential Dismissal

While Captain Jason acknowledged Glenn’s decision to reprimand Gary, he believes that firing him might have been a justified response. Had Jason been in the captain’s seat during the Sailing Yacht season, dismissing Gary could have been one of the defining firings in the show’s history. Captain Glenn has frequently faced criticism for being overly lenient towards crew insubordination. Conversely, Jason, known for his personable demeanor, is not shy about asserting authority where necessary to maintain order onboard.

There has been ongoing speculation regarding Gary’s journey towards captaincy, with many questioning his eligibility for such a position. His ability to command respect from his team has been inconsistent, his decision-making skills have been scrutinized, and incidents like the recent drinking fiasco raise doubts about his readiness to take on a leadership role.

Insights on Captain Jason’s Perspective on Firing Gary

Is Jason a More Assertive Captain Than Glenn?

Below Deck Sailing Yacht Captain Glenn Shephard & Gary King looking discontented — Custom Image By César García

Captain Jason’s willingness to fire Gary, in contrast to Glenn’s approach, suggests that he could have brought a firmer hand to the position of captain on Sailing Yacht. Teasers for the upcoming episodes of Below Deck Down Under hint at Jason’s readiness to make tough personnel decisions. Although Gary’s return to the franchise appears uncertain due to serious allegations against him, Bravo may want to consider reuniting him with Jason as captain to see if he can effectively manage Gary’s behavior.

Below Deck Down Under airs on Mondays at 8 p.m. EST on Bravo.

Source: EW

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