If you feel like you only did one thing you regret, then I'd say you did a very nice job. Those kiddo games are always difficult in a unique way, even with a full crew, because you can't call every single penalty you see, or you'd have a foul on every play. You have to find the right place to draw the line, and try to remain consistent between the multiple officials.
Here's my question for you, having been in that situation a couple of times. Where did you stand?
I've tried the traditional R spot, but feel like my peripheral vision is severely limited on a sweep either way. It's probably "proper" to line up there when alone, but I've found I'm more comfortable lining up on the line, on the wing opposite the chains, but as close in as I can get. Then I can help get the kids on side, and can see as much as possible in peripheral view. A sweep to my side isn't a problem, as I can outrun him to the sideline running backward, and a sweep to the other side only causes the occasional spot problem if he goes out of bounds.
Hopefully this won't happen too often to you, but it's good to be prepared (don't walk on the field without a coin and a stopwatch if you can help it).
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West Houston Mike
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