Say It Ain't So RadioSport?

Recently, that is within the last week, a thread bubbled to the surface on CQ Contest Digest regarding performance enhancement and RadioSport. I was, to say the least, taken aback that anyone seriously considered such strategy. Additionally, Anonymous at Fi-Ni Report wrote "Juicing" Scandal in Radio-Sport Contesting? Both occurred within a few days of each other, at least for me, this is not coincidental.

I'm approaching my post from two angles. First, using medication to enhance one's performance is plain and simply, wrong. Secondly, if Anonymous at Fi-Ni Report wrote a hoax, I'm deeply disappointed. There is a fine line between poking fun and malicious intent.

On the other hand, our competitive behavior across a spectrum of sports is suffering; the drive to achieve success at a Machiavellian cost has torn our social cohesiveness asunder. Trust is taking a big hit these days. I am, in effect, reaping a consequence by turning my back and pretending such things like cheating do not exist.

I would consider, if Anonymous is indeed accurate, a troubling problem exists, one demanding attention and solution. Conversely, I cannot overlook a recent topical discussion at CQ Contest Digest in addition to the latest posting at Fi-Ni Report. I recognize that ignoring such a problem creates an even greater consequence in the future. Perhaps, Anonymous put contest sponsorship on notice?

I soul searched regarding my response and I have a duty as author of this blog. My responsibility is to meet specific journalistic criteria and I take this seriously as a reflection of my character. In addition, for those who are passionate about RadioSport, there is reasonable expectation that scores are an accomplishment of the highest ethical standard.

What happened to guts, sweat, and character? The notice is posted on the community bulletin board and cannot be ignored.

73 from the shackadelic.