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Originally Posted by SRW
Is it acceptable for an umpire to be "friends" on Facebook with a coach at any level?
(or any social media, for that matter)
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What would be the issue here? Would someone actually think that there might be some sort of conflict of interest if that umpire were to work a game involving a "friend" coach? Wow.
FWIW, I have Facebook friends and LinkedIn colleagues who are people I haven't seen in years. I don't call them or exchange emails with them. If I do end up crossing paths with them, I might just say Hi or even stop and have a quick conversation with them. I certainly don't invite them over to the house for beer and steaks on the grill.
Heck, I carry on more meaningful conversations with coaches in the stands while watching games I'm not working than I do with my "virtual friends."