Bob,

That's a neat idea (wearing flag on left side). Think I'll try that this year during scrimmages. I started wearing my flag on front right side this past year. I also had the problem of flag falling into my pants. Kinda embarrasing when you have to "dig" out your flag to throw it. But I quickly learned to "tighten" my belt so I don't have that problem no more (a coach one time said I musta had some ___ to have called that penalty LOL). I carry a second flag in my front right pocket.

Believe it or not, I carry two finger whistles, one on my left hand, and one in my pocket, just in case I need it. I've never had a problem with ball handling. But I did have to get used to the idea when I first started this.

Oh yeah, Coach Faust, welcome to the wonderful world of officiating. If you follow the "suggestions" here, you'll be just fine. And have fun!!

Serg