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TussAgee, if you are an official, then you do not sit in the stands and berate, put down or otherwise comment on the officiating. EVER! If you can't say something positive, then you do not say anything. Quite simply, it is unprofessional and it also shows a lack of integrity.
Take a look at p.75 of the rule book - the Officials Code of Ethics. You will see the following:
"Officials shall remain mindful that their conduct influences the respect that student-athletes, coaches and the public hold for the profession".
Your fellow students know that you are an official. What do you think their thoughts are when they see you berating the officials at a game? Especially to the point of getting ejected?
You can still be a fan and cheer your team on. Believe it or not, you can do so without dumping on the officials too.
Think about it.
Please.
[Edited by Jurassic Referee on Feb 15th, 2006 at 03:15 AM]
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