Philadelphia cornerback James Bradberry admitted he tugged on the jersey of a Kansas City receiver. But was it really a penalty? The answer depends largely on what colors you wear.
Tag: Officiating (Sports)
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Bristol City and the Soccer Streak That’s ‘Just Statistically Ridiculous’
Bristol City has gone 65 games since its last penalty kick, a drought that has baffled the team and its fans. It has to end eventually, right?
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Yes, the Players in the World Cup Do Keep Falling Over for No Reason
Different conventions in different sports can be equally morally acceptable.
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Referee Stéphanie Frappart Will Lead First All-Woman Team at World Cup
Frappart, a 38-year-old French referee, has more experience on the men’s stage than any other woman.
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How MLB Umpires Learned to Explain Replays to Crowds
Major League Baseball trailed other leagues in having its officials explain calls to fans and broadcasters. For umpires accustomed to saying little, there was a learning curve.