[LarryS]

JRutledge...Dude, chill.

I wasn't "offended" by the term kiddy ball...just think it sounded arrogant. Just my opinion, geez...we can agree to disagree on that.

Your first post did not indicate that this presentation was to be at a camp targeting officials that want to advance to a higher level...maybe if I had been reading threads the last year I would have known that. That context certainly makes a difference, at least to me. I have seen similar presentations given at a camp for officials with less than 3 years experience. That is a group, for the most part, that have to work JH, sub-varsity and rec ball just to get experience. Given that many areas need officials it would probably not be a good idea to demean and belittle the level they will be forced to work.

Trust me, I have no desire to work JH ball. Probably will work some this coming summer because my son is interested in officiating after this semester of grad school. Figure I will work with him and offer any help I can. Other than that, I won't solicit that level...may bail out a freind...but wont solicit.

It is great that you want to help others reach their goals. Mine is a good varsity schedule and playoffs...but that is only because I started late and had to take time off because of job conflicts. By the time I would be ready to attempt a move past that, I would probably be too old for an assignor to consider.

Sorry if my tone was offensive. Hope your presentation goes well.