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I referee a lot of youth league games in between high school games and during the off-season. There isn't as much of a fan problem at regular school games because there are police and school administrators at the sites.
At youth leagues though, such as BCI and AAU as well as various other leagues, there are times where parents (fans) and coaches really get out of line.
I am concerned that something is going to end in violence and innocent people are going to get hurt really bad. I've seen quite a few instances of incredible anger directed at the officials. Are you ever concerned for your own safety since these leagues seldom have anybody available to monitor the fans?
It doesn't happen often, but it does happen, and all it takes is one irate, drunk fan to pull a gun or knife and the consequences could be horrendous.
Fans need a reality check. They get way too involved in their kid's games and ruin it for everybody.
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