[BktBallRef]

crew, I've read each of your posts over the past few days. You seem bright and very dedicated to the avocation. But you also seem to be of the opinion that the rules are just guidelines and that we can use them if we need to. I may be wrong but that's the impression that I get. If that's a "young guy's philosophy," then you can have it. I guess you think the rest of us are a bunch of old fogies. Well, that's not the case. There are many officials here who are highly educated, very experienced, attend camps every year, and conduct clinics in their local areas.

Many of the problems with the game today have been created by some new philosophies. Ignoring the rules that apply to such things as palming, hand checking, disconcertion, or closely guarded situations have created problems in the game. Allowing poor bench decorum and rough post play have turned the game ugly. We still allow the players to dictate the tempo oif the game. That doesn't mean we have to change the way we officiate. You might do well to listen to that gentleman who previously worked SEC ball. Or, you can choose to be a street ball official.

It's up to you.