Welcome aboard gwockenfuss!
Now for the short-lived "honeymoon"
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Originally posted by gwockenfuss
... as I called the foul on a player for over the back...
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I am suprised this statement lasted this long....
"Over-the-back" is a phrase that is taboo in this forum to many... I am sure you meant "...the foul on the player for a Push (from behind), ..."
Can I speculate that you also indicated this call with a gesture that looked something like an ape reaching for a branch above your head?
The common challenge that is usually asked at this point is where in the rulebook does it state you have an "over-the-back" foul?
Subtle difference, yes; however, it is what separates those who are striving to maintain professionalism (and strive for higher levels) and those destined to remain stagnant at lower levels.
This is NOT a bash against competent officials who willingly stay at the lower levels for whatever personal reason(s). We need more veterans to assist beginners and keep "Bobby Knight-type" coaches in check at this level. I work the majority of my games at lower levels primarily because I do not want the travels required with a full varsity schedule (at least not until my children are gone, out of the house).