Dale Murphy Promotes ‘No Cheating’ Program at Little Leage World Series
From The Boston Globe:
NO CHEATING:@ Little Leaguers this year have pledged not to cheat, and they are wearing that sentiment on their sleeves.
A bright yellow patch on each Little Leaguer’s sleeve reads, “I WON’T CHEAT.” It’s part of a program started by former major league slugger Dale Murphy.
The slogan for the foundation that goes by the same name is “Injecting Ethics into America’s Future.”
“Do your best on and off the field. Do not take shortcuts,” Murphy told Little Leaguers during the sun-splashed opening ceremonies on Friday. “Pledge not to cheat in sports, in life and in school.”
Four players from different corners of the world recited the “I won’t cheat” pledge in their own languages from the mound.
Murphy, a two-time National League MVP, was known just as much for his modesty and clean-cut lifestyle as his hitting prowess. He had 398 home runs, 2,111 hits and 1,266 RBIs in 18 seasons, primarily with the Atlanta Braves.