Of course we could condemn their actions reminding them that without the fans they would be nothing. However, that is too easy. Because we put these athletes on a pedestal, we forget that they are humans. They are not deities from atop Mt. Olympus that have come to entertain us. If it is a hero that you are searching for, my guess is that you need not look further than home.
Parents are the real heros.
They are the ones who teach all of your values. They make sure you have clothes on your feet, and a roof over your head. Instead of all the Jordan and Hill commercials, I would love to see one of the athletic companies do a commercial giving credit to the real heroes. I think they may be surprised with the results of such a basic campaign. Don't get me wrong, its not that I don't find some of the advertisements entertaining.