What is “whistle blowing”
“those who … make revelations meant to call attention to negligence, abuses or dangers that threaten the public interest. They sound an alarm based on their expertise or inside knowledge, often from within the very organization in which they work. … Most [whistle blowers] know that their alarms pose a threat to anyone who benefits from the ongoing practice and that their own careers and livelihood may be at risk.”
“ … a player blowing a whistle to call attention to an illegal action by a member on his team.”