Chuck
It is a strong possibility that Mr Libbey
went overboard and may eventually be reprimanded or
punished by the league/conference.
A I was not at the game, but did see the
replay on television.
B. An official in attendance said that Mr Libbey
displayed an expression of "I got you!" when calling the T
and then he looked over to a group of high school
officials looking for their approval.
C. He always has to be "in charge".
My original post was made so that other officials
can learn from his mistake.
IMHO He did not use good judgment in this case.
Everyone in San Diego kisses his A$$ because he has the power to give you a reference or completely shut the door
to an official's advancement through the college ranks.
I know this firsthand.
Since 1980 only Ron Filson (didn't go too far), Tom Wood
(a very good official), and now Mike Greenstein (with Libbey's help) have gone from HS to D1.
Others have been good enough, but never received any support from the MAN.
He (Libbey) has acted as if he is pure (in public)
and has acted as if he wants to help promote good young San Diego officials, but has really not done much.
His status has never been challenged because he gives quick (or even unjustified) technicals because
he has been the most powerful official around here for 20 years and he has a reputation.
Maybe he should come on down from his throne
and act like an unbiased, objective, sympathetic,
calm, and professional official that everyone
expects him to be.
Thanks for your insight.
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Barry "the ref" Alman
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