[refgatormaz]

I got my first big break today! 2nd year official, North Central Fl. Was assigned to the Freshman boys game of a huge rivalry (both state contenders at the V level). Had a good game, and as I headed into the locker room, one of our supervisors approached me and asked me if I would like to fill in for a sick person and do the Varsity game (he was working the game as well)! I gladly accepted and worked with two very good officials. As expected, the gym was packed from wall to wall on both sides with cops everywhere. Had a solid pregame and went over good specifics about the tendencies of both teams. High octane, fast paced game. Indeed, just as expected was a very close ballgame (3 point margin) until the last buzzer. Very good flor by both players and officials. Physical game, but that just happened to be the flow. Overall an awesome night and my best officiating experience to date!!!!!