I agree with Ziggy regarding the title of this thread, the emphasis should be put on this comment:
I'm sure everyone here could pinpoint a few culprits in their own club, that go to ground to easy. But the fact is, many people don't condemn their own players for diving, the condemnation comes when they feel sinned against.
QuoteThe 'Dying Swan' routine can be witnessed at every level, from underage to senior, from school to club to county. The problem is so widespread that it must be assumed that players of all ages are being encouraged to do it by their mentors.
I'm sure everyone here could pinpoint a few culprits in their own club, that go to ground to easy. But the fact is, many people don't condemn their own players for diving, the condemnation comes when they feel sinned against.