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Originally Posted by tnsteele95
So here's my question, where do you draw the line between calling everything and letting them play? I'm just a rec league guy, but I've learned quickly that it's a safer bet just to call evrything the whole ball game. It may slow the pace, but there's a lot less blood.
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There is not definitive answer to your question. I can say that I try to call and advantage/disadvantage game. It is hard to tell by what you are saying were the officials calling the game properly or just turning a blind eye to obvious violations and fouls. Also understand that calling middle school games can be a mixed bag and you do not see the same talent level that you would with older players. A lot of players fall for no good reason and parents and coaches want fouls and violations that are not really there. Also keep in mind that the officials (right or wrong) are not always the most experienced at that level either. Many veteran officials have moved on to other levels or have no desire to work those games (right or wrong) and it is also possible that the officials at this game did not have the grasp of calling the game properly. I am sure that was as much a factor as the other things I mentioned.
Peace