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Originally Posted by BillyMac
Being good play-callers or game managers and having good mechanics do not have to be mutually exclusive.
Some have the whole package and can do it all.
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Thanks for the compliment.
I pride myself on doing it all, adding in rule book knowledge as well. Rules and mechanics competency are completely under the control of each individual referee.
I started off being a good play-caller and have gotten better by listening to those who have been successful in this profession. Game manager has a few aspects to it (controlling players/dead ball officiating/common sense decision making/fruitful communication with coaches). I'm still working on improving my communications styles w/coaches. I'm still learning in regards to that aspect.