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Posted by Downtown Tony Brown
"Anyone can read, recite, and eventually understand a rules book."
I am not sure I agree. As a teacher, I know many who could not understand the rulebook. Most officials are fairly literate and intelligent.
As for the debate about kmowing the rules or having people skills. It's obvious that both are important. We would not want young officials to think the rulebook is not important. A rookie at our meeting the other night asked:"Do I really need to buy a rulebook?" We all need a rulebook and a casebook to master the rules. Then, we will hopefully develop those skills that can make us a great official.
Jay
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