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Part of what I failed to mention was that I had 15 years of experience before moving here. That probably greased the skids a bit with the local commissioners. Regardless, I had to make the contact with them.
I've taken on one of the 7-to-10 year officials and have worked a number of games with him the past few seasons, offering him pointers about moving up and being aggressive. Earlier this season, I talked to him and found out he's gotten a regular partner and a 20-game schedule this season. It's about attitude and mindset. You've hit the nail on the head, wl.
Why should veteran officials who work hard be punished? Since when should youth and inexperience trump veteran knowledge and experience?
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I do know officials that have been working less than 10 years that are a lot better than officials that have 15+ years working. Not to say that applies to you, but not all veteran officials are what I would call quality officials. How good someone is can be very subjective.
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It's subjective, so how can you possibly know who's "better"?
Sorry. I know what you mean.
I also know people who have been working 3 years who think they should be working 50 varsity games and the vets are just "old." Few officials are willing to pay ANY dues anymore. It took me a good 6-7 years before I worked a full varsity schedule. I seriously thought I was ready earlier, but I stuck with it regardless.
--Rich
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It is subjective....just as you say Rich. They say it's objective....but, just look at the tourney assignments. I know this year we were told to show commitment and initiative. We've jumped through all the hoops....I saw you doing the same things. ie: getting certified for NFHS "3-Person" Mechanics....going to camps and clinics....all to meet the criteria of being considered for post season assignments. Hey....look who got the most assignments. The philosophy is changing and it appears earning your stripes means absolutely nothing anymore. Me thinks....like the NCAA....there's a "look" that is more important to the "Powers that Be" than the veteran service record. Because the state association isn't responsible for the training and recruiting of new officials....they have left that up to us and forget to show their appreciation in the long run!
Ahh....I've said too much....I better shut up....I'm done!
You've got my respect, Rich! Take it easy.
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Now I really better bite my tongue...
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wl, I know what you mean. I went to camps and worked 12-15 3-person games and worked hard at all my assignments and my playoff assignment total went DOWN this season from last season when I was an L5 (Master this season). I'd like to know why, but you just can't ask. And frankly, I've put too much importance already on things I can't control by caring about this as much as I did at the time. I'm over it.
I don't begrudge those who have worked hard to get their state assignments, Mark, and I know you have put in your dues. All the WI officials that posted here have earned all the respect they get and in many cases more. Coming to Madison again this season, Mark? I may be in town this time.
Furthermore, I've decided to stop evaluating my worth by counting up the playoff assignments and big games in big conferences. I truly have little control over that.
BTW, I had a GREAT game tonight -- Dodgeville/Platteville boys, tied at the end of 3 quarters after Platteville outscored Dodgeville 15-2 in the third. Dodgeville pulled away late, but it was a fun game to work. Great flow, no big game interruptors from us (fouls were 2-2 with 4 minutes left in the fourth quarter after we called a total of 8 in the first half) and the players and coaches were great. I'd rather judge my season on how I felt after working games like that.
--Rich
[Edited by Rich Fronheiser on Feb 2nd, 2006 at 11:55 PM]