My second year as well, mostly at Ump. I noticed in reading the officials manual this morning (ironically), it directs the ump to not step off the yardage on a well marked field, except to the first and for the final yard line. It does indicate though, to use an arm signal for each yard line crossed (see page 76 in 2004-2005 off. manual). I try to not do the step off except from the yard lines as indicated, but again, as a new official I would appreciate any tips.
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