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For Mattinglyfan only:
Some of my absolute best allies in the sport now, were my worst enemies when I started officiating. Believe me . . . we've all "tippled a few" with the likes of Billy Martin, Mayo Smith, Mickey Mantle and Bob Eucher. The entire "sport" (players, coaches, umpires) were one gigantic fraternity at one time . . . and we all protected each other's butts.
Some of that may have changed over the years . . . but not a whole lot. The problems are more prevalent in amateur sports, and at the lower age brackets 11-14 .
Take my advice for what it's worth . . . teach your players and your coaches; respect for the game, for their equipment and for the officials. I will guarantee you . . . you'll win more games than you lose and your kids will have a whole lot more fun playing this GAME!!!!
Jerry
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