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Originally posted by lmeadski
That I need to know and use all the mechanics as prescribed. In fact, as I became a new ref, I thought the exact mechanics as described were mandatory. I became surprised as I payed closer attention to refs that many did not use the stop clock signal. Regardless, I continue to work at my trade. I am learning to really enjoy reffing, especially the close, hotly contested games where the gym is loud and the coaches are on edge. Call me crazy...
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The only people that can make a certain mechanic mandatory are either assignors or the governing body (if they have some say) that is over the type of games you work. The veterans have proven things you have not at this point. Life is not fair and when you prove you can work consistently (or whatever the criteria you are judged by) or the type of games you call raises, I would stick to the proper mechanics as close as possible. Another way to learn what is acceptable and what is not is to attend as many camps as possible.
Peace