\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 http://host.madison.com/wsj/sports/high-school/art-kabelowsky-wiaa-chucks-up-an-air-ball-in-attempt/article_fb022f5d-33c0-532b-a683-957b41862b87.html http://www.jsonline.com/sports/preps/wiaa-ripped-on-social-media-for-asking-fans-to-tone-down-antics-b99650770z1-365231331.html http://lacrossetribune.com/sports/high-school/wiaa-s-email-to-schools-regarding-sportsmanship/article_f850fc65-94bb-5e21-a8bc-3bb0419755f7.html https://twitter.com/AprilGehl24/status/684025765642563584 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-Man Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/wisconsin-high-school-chant-ban_56965df3e4b09dbb4bad5923 To underscore just how inane some of these recommendations are, here’s a complete list of the exact words and actions that the WIAA considers “sportsmanship infractions.” Booing of any kind (Reminder, this is a Sporting event) “Over-rated” chant “Scoreboard” cheer “Air ball” chant “Nuts n’ Bolts…” chant “You, You, You” chant “You can’t do that,” “fund-a-mentals,” “We can’t hear you,” “Warm up the bus” chants “Sieve, sieve, sieve” chant “Nah, nah, hah, nah...hey-eyy goodbye” song; “Season’s Over” chant “Push it, push it, push it” chant “U-S-A, U-S-A, U-S-A” or any acronym of derogatory language or innuendo (U-S-A is not allowed ?) Any chants/comments that are disrespectful to an opponent or official, including school mascot, school nickname, school population, opponent’s town or community or that is derogatory to an individual because of race, gender, creed, body type or ability Holding up papers or props during opponent introductions Turning backs to court/field during opponent introductions (LOL...........now that is coddling) Dressing in attire that is not associated with school spirit or is inappropriate Waving arms or making movements or sudden noises in an attempt to distract an opponent Fan participation activities while the game is actually being played (i.e. roller coaster, the wave, etc.) Competitors not shaking hands after a contest Competitors “trash-talking” before, during or after a contest Competitors celebrating a play excessively by beating on chest; pointing to the crowd; dancing; or a movement perceived to be drawing attention to one’s self (let's see them enforce that at some schools) Competitors celebrating a play by prolonged staring at an opponent, or standing over an opponent Criticizing or diminishing the efforts or abilities of an opponent or official in the media before during or after a contest Criticizing teammates or coaches Not standing at attention during the National Anthem or excessive talking, chanting, yelling or movement during the playing/singing of the anthem Throwing of any object by fans or competitors throwing/hitting equipment (pucks, balls, bats, helmets, etc.) Body passing Damaging any property (bleachers, hotel rooms, locker rooms, etc.) associated with a sporting event Attending an event inebriated or under the influence of mood altering substances Bare-chested fans and body paint at indoor events Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 (edited) http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/wisconsin-high-school-chant-ban_56965df3e4b09dbb4bad5923 To underscore just how inane some of these recommendations are, here’s a complete list of the exact words and actions that the WIAA considers “sportsmanship infractions.” Booing of any kind (Reminder, this is a Sporting event) “Over-rated” chant “Scoreboard” cheer “Air ball” chant “Nuts n’ Bolts…” chant “You, You, You” chant “You can’t do that,” “fund-a-mentals,” “We can’t hear you,” “Warm up the bus” chants “Sieve, sieve, sieve” chant “Nah, nah, hah, nah...hey-eyy goodbye” song; “Season’s Over” chant “Push it, push it, push it” chant “U-S-A, U-S-A, U-S-A” or any acronym of derogatory language or innuendo (U-S-A is not allowed ?) Any chants/comments that are disrespectful to an opponent or official, including school mascot, school nickname, school population, opponent’s town or community or that is derogatory to an individual because of race, gender, creed, body type or ability Holding up papers or props during opponent introductions Turning backs to court/field during opponent introductions (LOL...........now that is coddling) Dressing in attire that is not associated with school spirit or is inappropriate Waving arms or making movements or sudden noises in an attempt to distract an opponent Fan participation activities while the game is actually being played (i.e. roller coaster, the wave, etc.) Competitors not shaking hands after a contest Competitors “trash-talking” before, during or after a contest Competitors celebrating a play excessively by beating on chest; pointing to the crowd; dancing; or a movement perceived to be drawing attention to one’s self (let's see them enforce that at some schools) Competitors celebrating a play by prolonged staring at an opponent, or standing over an opponent Criticizing or diminishing the efforts or abilities of an opponent or official in the media before during or after a contest Criticizing teammates or coaches Not standing at attention during the National Anthem or excessive talking, chanting, yelling or movement during the playing/singing of the anthem Throwing of any object by fans or competitors throwing/hitting equipment (pucks, balls, bats, helmets, etc.) Body passing Damaging any property (bleachers, hotel rooms, locker rooms, etc.) associated with a sporting event Attending an event inebriated or under the influence of mood altering substances Bare-chested fans and body paint at indoor events Short version: You must sit silently and motionless (if you must move, move slowly so as not to startle anyone). Face the area of play at all times. Bring nothing into the event. Wear an approved uniform. And don't look at anyone. Now go out there and have fun. Edited January 15, 2016 by DC Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unbillievable Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Future events will feature both teams wearing the same uniform while competing over who can add the most points to a single combined score. Go High School Humans!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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