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I've done this in conjunction to working their inner-squad scrimmage. Afterwards we talked to the players and one particular coach made sure the parents were within hearing distance. I did this for 3 schools and was paid $20, $75 and one school gave us a bottle of water. Some of these kids have been playing in rec leagues for years where I ref and some of these parents have been downright idiots in the past. I can tell you that those schools were a joy to go back and officiate at this year.
I think this helps players and parents see that officials are real people and we actually do know what we're talking about. They have a better inderstanding of some of the stuff we're watching for. Also, we usually mention that for those that really love the game who will be finished playing after this season, officiating is a great way to stay involved with the game.
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