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Originally Posted by j51969

As a Soldier in the Army I spend long periods away from home. I am in horrible place, and asked at times to possibly due equally horrible things. Having said that I use officiating as a way to decompress. Equally I play the devils advocate and maybe have a misplace sense of humor. When I apologised I was sincere. I will take nothing personnally, either here or on the basketball court. I actually enjoy the banter with players, coaches, and the occasional fan.

As other posts have said in this and other threads - take it as you wish and don't be overly sensitive.

I have been in heated discussions here too - and have learned to move on. It's ok to be passionate about a position, call, interpretation or whatever. However, sometimes I too don't write properly (emails too), my humor or sarcasm gets misinterpreted, emphasis is misplaced, etc. You've apologized and are sincere. Good for you!

On a side note - as a reitred Soldier - thank you for your service and be safe!