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Old Thu Dec 31, 2009, 04:48pm
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Originally Posted by StripesOhio View Post
I just got back into officiating from a 3 year absence (2nd year HS, 3 years college intramurals). I almost beg V officials (or if partner is Class1) to give me advice. It almost upsets me if somebody doesn't say anything. But I understand some officials just don't feel comfortable blurting out critiques.

I usually ask the V crew if I notice they step out to watch the JV game. I take any and all notes possible. From the smallest to the biggest problems.
Always ask, but never badger. I don't offer advice if not asked. And I don't ask unless I truly want to get advice. Had one official 'offer' 'advice' this season. It was not well received. And my partner, who also does mostly V games, indicated that the official 'offering' the 'advice' had an extremely inflated opinion of herself and that her reputation is well known in that association.
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