1 in 5 community footy umpires have been assaulted, while others cop death threats: new research
- Written by Alyson Crozier, Senior Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Psychology, University of South Australia
Scott Barbour/Getty ImagesUmpires’ decisions often upset sports fans, especially during a close contest.
At most games, spectators boo loudly, coaches throw their hands up in frustration and players can yell or even physically intimidate officials.
It seems abusing umpires is acceptable. But why? It’s certainly not something generally...
