Gum cracking, lip smacking,
And spitting. All this on the
Side lines of a football game.
Anger shows, shouting at the
Officials and announcers
Second guessing play selection
And penalty calls. Bad conduct
Reinforces its propriety and
In doing so sets a bad example
For young fans. Does anyone
Spit on their living room rug
Of grope themselves waiting
For the next pitch. There are
Many fine coaches who have
Fine demeanor on the side
Lines. They seldom second guess
Calls and have a red flag if they
Wish to challenge and then accept
The result and get on with the game.
This is the behavior which is
Acceptable and the gum chewers,
Spitters, and those spewing anger
Should observe and imitate, instead
Of throwing things and acting as if
Everything is fine.
Stanski
January 16, 2024, ^
Steve Haarman 