A question of Ethics...

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I have never given any consideration at all to "moving up", either in football or baseball. Perhaps because I am still new enough to appreciate just being able to work games and learn, or perhaps because my "day job" adequately provides for all my financial needs; in any event, moving up or getting better assignments is the least of my concerns.

Perhaps this will change over time, or maybe I am have too much idealism (along with integrity) to be an umpire.

What I do know, is that I have NEVER witnessed this behavior in the High School games I have worked, and that is why it stood out to me as being wrong.

Are you saying that this also happens at all levels you officiate at? If so, I am in for a very rude awakening, I guess...

Thanks for all the thoughts, I really do appreciate the input. We did not cover any of this in my pre-season training!

Jim