Wwe's Referees Essay

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Referees get a hard time in any sport. Whether it’s football, soccer, or MMA, appointed officials must deal with venomous abuse - much of which crosses the line and then some - from fans and competitors alike. Although WWE’s referees are tasked with officiating matches that have predetermined outcomes, they too must deal with the ire of the fans. In some cases, WWE referees suffer the wrath of legitimately irate professional wrestlers; see, for example, Chris Jericho’s heated exchange with referee Charles Robinson after Robinson neglected to count a pinfall which was intended to bring a speedy end to his match with an injured Neville. Yes, WWE’s referees, like all referees, have a difficult job. Of course, the nature of refereeing means they …show more content…

They Are Corruptible - In any sport, a referee must remain unemotional in an emotional situation. They are trusted to call every match down the middle and not be influenced by personal or financial matters. Blatantly favoring one team or competitor over another could result in the offending official being relieved of their duties. Unless, of course, that official is part of WWE. Vince McMahon would like us all to remember that not only are his referees unlikely to be punished for unprofessional conduct, but they are also extremely likely to be corrupted, especially when money is on the line. Over the years, numerous referees have aligned themselves with villainous competitors for personal gain. The most notable heel referee is arguably Danny Davis, but Scott Armstrong and Charles Robinson have also had stints as dastardly officials. 13. They Must Adhere To The Wellness Policy - WWE takes a three and out approach when it comes to violations of its wellness policy. If an employee is found to be consuming a substance which is not permitted by the policy, they are suspended for 30 days. A second violation of the wellness policy results in a 60 days suspension, while a third sees the offending employee released from their

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