> I do agree with you Eric about poor and/or inconsistent officiating
> contributing to the behavioral trend, but I don't think we can blame it on
> the refs.  The players themselves must take responsibility for their
> actions.  And if their coaches in any way encourage the behavior, then
they
> too must accept some of the blame.  Stiff fines & suspensions can help
send
> a reminder that the behavior won't be tolerated, but it still comes back
to
> the players & coaches.
>
I agree with this comment? That is right on the mark, that if the refs don't
call it then it will be as if the ref are giving the players a green light
to do these distasteful acts.
 
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