[williebfree]

SHARK... At the Varsity Level, I agree with the majority of your posting. However, "Opening a can of worms," let me ask if you agree with this at lower levels of play??? I am thinking all the way down to middle school.

"... main concern is getting the game over ASAP."

Who is this benefiting?

My main concern is giving both teams a consistent, fairly-called game. The score should not "influence" or determine your calls. I agree that you need to be aware of the score as to gain a sense of understanding what is influencing players' and coaches' decisions.

"...my partner and I are only going to call the obvious, aggressive fouls."

I would argue that "ignoring" the petty stuff, unless you mean ignoring anything less than decapitation, will actually lengthen the game; especially at the higher levels (Sophomore and up). If you call it "loosely," players are going to play more recklessly and sloppy and MORE clock stoppages will occur.

As always, open for feedback!