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Originally posted by bigwhistle
As there is a tremendous disparity among the posters on
I mean by this that as experience is gained, the official who is advancing will learn to differentiate the "letter of the law" in the rule book from the intent and advantage gained in the particular game being called. Knowing the rules is essential.....Knowing how and when to enforce them makes and breaks careers.
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For me it is knowing what advantage/disadvantage really is. The rules are there as guides to help in judging advantage/disadvantage.
IMHO - One should also realize that much of the discourse is due to different personalities. The Mrs. has a black and white view of the world. She has been a swim judge for 25-30 years, and is still as strict as one can be on stroke and turn mechanics. I am a many shades of gray person and as such I would never, never, never, want her as a partner on a BB court.
