I totally agree with getting the call right. Last week, on side kick, I was WH, stepped into pot hole, rolled my ankle, fail flat on my face. I never seen the play.
My LJ, which was the side of the on-side kick stated he had first touch on the R 47, so I awarded ball to K since they recovered. Then the LJ said it was on this side of the 50 which was the K side. I had already signaled possession but no play had been ran. I then spoke to all involved and the HL said he did not think K touched the ball but LJ who was closer said K did. OK, ruling, first touching, R takes ball at K47, 1-10.
Of course I had to go explain to K HC about the ruling. This was a JV game, new official at LJ, I crucified him by not having a bean bag. He threw his flag for the spot.
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