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Originally Posted by archangel
Fiasco, you've been given some good advice so far. The experienced ones here are giving you their viewpoint from a Varsity level, which is good.
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This is not really true. Not everyone that gave advice is necessarily on the varsity level or above. My advice specifically had to do with any level of ball. What you wear, how you present yourself is not going to change that drastically from a grade school game to a college game.
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Originally Posted by archangel
Being a new ref means working grade/middle school ball (mostly), usually 2,3, or 4 games in a row at the same location, sometimes w/a veteran, usually with a newer guy. You can pick their brain before, halftime, and after about sichs. Ask for constructive advice.
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This also not completely true as well. Not all new officials start out at the grade/middle school ball. I know I had HS games before I had my license. I did happen to work middle school games, before my HS games my very first year, but the vast majority of my schedule was at the HS level and I worked middle school games to only get more experience. My experience where I live is not very different. Most brand spanking new officials work more HS ball.
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Originally Posted by archangel
In our area, we arrive dressed (well, I do change shoes) for non HS games, as the only place to change is usually in the boys restroom (no hooks, shelves ect-only non-sanitary floor)
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I also want to point out that this might be allowed in your area, but it is not allowed in mine. In my area and in most areas based on comments I have read on this site alone for years, it is considered unprofessional to come dressed to a game no matter the level. For one you need a room to yourself so that you will not come in readily contact with fans and other participants of the game. You cannot say this applies to everyone because it certainly does not apply to many areas. As a matter of fact, this is something your assignor or association should request.
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Originally Posted by archangel
Coaches at the lower levels (usually coach/dads) dont know the rules that well. Dont take abuse, but also dont take a coaches comments personally- act as a professional (minimal emotion).
Ignore the fans, oh, and also,- IGNORE THE FANS!
Reread the rules and casebook throughout the season.
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These are the only statements I can completely agree with.
Peace