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Kelvin, I agree with some (quite a bit, actually) of what you wrote. I agree that once the "higher levels" try something out for a while and find that it works, that rule or mechanic very often filters down through the college ranks to HS officials. So talking about the what works in the pro game might conceivably help somebody, but they shouldn't use it in a HS game for another 5 or 6 years.
Also, I completely agree that the NF rulebook is WAY too concerned about uniform nonsense and length of fingernails and crap that is really none of the official's business.
But, if you are not hearing enough about strong-side officiating or about off-ball coverage or about partners helping each other out, then you need a new interpreter in your association. These are things that are addressed regularly at my association meetings. As you know, all of these topics have a huge impact on how an official calls a game; and to be a better official, you need to know how to do these things properly and consistently. Maybe I'm just fortunate to be in my association, but we are regularly instructed on how to use these and other techniqes to "see the whole play".
Just my thoughts.
Chuck
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