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Originally posted by B-Lipscomb on 02-17-2000 10:16 AM
I have some veteran officials in my association who has been calling for 10, 15, 20 years. These guys are retirees from the local military base and use the rec ball to supplement thier incomes and get a bit of exercise. Now don't get me wrong, I really like these guys. They are a great bunch of fellows, its just that their mechanics and judgement calls are very inconsistent and sloppy. I have brought this to everyones attention at the weekly meetings in a general perspective.
...Its just frustrating to see a veteran call a game so tight and take technical fouls so personal.
When you can control the game better with preventive officiating. I guess my question to you all is: Do I keep working with the younger guys to help develope their skills and not worry about the veterans and let them call their way
... Should I be a little more patient with the older guys? I know that when you have been calling for so long, its hard to break old habits.
Hey B,
I have never been in the service, but I can postulate that the Vets have been in a "Black and White" arena for a long time. I would guess that there is little "grey" existing in the US Miltary.You give a Vet a rule and it is a "By Gawd Rule".
Not only should you not forget them, they will probably need even more of your attention (call it "Debriefing") than the young guys do.
Good luck with those crusty old guys.
mick