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Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee
My own opinion is that it takes at least 5 years before you really have a good handle on what you're supposed to be doing. Then it gets harder.
The rules and the game are constantly evolving. As an official, you have to evolve with them. Your evolution only stops if you let it.
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I agree with the at least 5 years theory. I called rec ball before I joined a high school association 5 years ago, and I realized I didn't know much and that every game is a learning experience. Last year was my first year doing the GHSA state tournament, and I am currently calling in it this year.
With that said, I jumped in on this board last week or so just to read and keep my mind on basketball (rules, case plays, etc.) I still have mentors and I still go to their games to sit in on pregames and learn and watch. Going to camp EVERY year has also been in invaluable tool and I would recommend it. I say all this to say the best advice I was given was to be SPONGE. Absorb and learn as much as you can. Make every game a learning experience, and be able to receive constructive criticsm when needed.