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Originally Posted by DrFeelGood
I finally am going to start emailing/applying to become an official for grade/high school games in my city. I don't really plan to make a career out of officiating but I feel it'd be incredibly fun.
If they do call me in, what could I do to leave a good impression?
What mistakes did you make early that you wish you had known before?
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It is a great avocation but plan on spending a good amount of time studying rules and case book examples and learning the proper mechanics.
Be yourself and exhibit a good sense of discipline tempered with a great sense of humor.
Asking for advice and getting a mentor.