[jdmara]

Originally Posted by MrUmpire

Our association tried it and all we learned from it was that coaches don't have a clue about mechanics but feel free to b!tch about umps being out of position and they just love to show off their ignorance of the rules.

We no longer invite their input.

Did your evaluation form include drop down/check mark responses or text boxes?

I like the way our sportsmanship ratings are for the state. It provides a drop down rating for each of the areas (Coaches, Players, Spectators):

Explanation of Ratings:

* 1 - EXCELLENT: Sportsmanship was exemplary; model behavior displayed, exceptional officiating experience.
* 2 - ACCEPTABLE: Sportmanship was acceptable; behavior generally good; expected officiating experience.
* 3 - NEEDS IMPROVEMENT: Sportsmanship needs improvement; behavior concerns; disappointing officiating experience.
* 4 - UNACCEPTABLE: Sportsmanship was unacceptable; severe behavior concerns; intolerable officiating experience.

Then underneath each heading (Coaches, Players, Spectators), it has a few check mark radios-boxes for additional detail:

Coach's Rating: {drop down box}

Please select any of the following comments that apply regarding the coach:

• Courteous and respectful throughout the contest
• Commended player's actions on the field
• Cooperative in helping officials with unsportsmanlike behavior from fans and players
• Questioned judgment of officials
• Argumentative attitude concerning official's decisions
• Not knowledgeable of contest rules and/or IHSAA policies
• Use of abusive language
• Use of abusive gestures

Athletes' Rating: {drop down box}

Please select any of the following comments that apply regarding the athletes:

• Courteous and respectful throughout the contest
• Commended teammates' actions on the field
• Positive interaction with opponents during the contest
• Questioned judgment of officials
• Argumentative attitude concerning official's decisions
• Use of abusive language
• Use of abusive gestures (includes throwing equipment)

Spectators' Rating: {drop down box}

Please select any of the following comments that apply regarding the spectators:

• Courteous and respectful throughout the contest
• Commended coaches and players' actions on the field
• Commended actions of coaches and players of opposing team on the field
• Disrespectful comments to game officials
• Disrespectful comments to game participants
• Disrespectful comments to opposing spectators
• Confronted officials following the contest
• Use of abusive language
• Use of abusive gestures

I think additionally a general comments field would be necessary and functional to address any specific problems or concerns. I haven't thought about specifics I would like to include for an officials' evaluation but I'll think about it as I get more input.

-Josh