[JRutledge]

Well, all this illustrates why you HAVE TO DISCUSS THIS IN PREGAME. Because you can at the very least feel out how your partner thinks about these kinds of situations. Because none of this discussion matters as it relates to how emphatic or animated a partner is if you have no idea what their philosophy is. I understand you want to get it right, but it is also important to have harmony amongst partners too. If my partner wants that call, he can have it. I know I will ask for help when I am unsure. I will ask a lot when it is warranted. But the problem with that, there are guys that will get upset if you come to them and tell them what they missed. This is why you have to discuss this on some level. There is a reason you are suppose to be at a game early and have a long pregame to discuss many issues as it relates to the game you are about to officiate.

Peace