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I don't think people compare two officials that work the game. Usually the whole body of work is evaluated by people (fans, coaches, and players) who don't know what proper mechanics, rules knowledge, etc. for officials are. That is what I mean by a great partner bringing you up to his or her level and a bad partner bringing you down to his or hers. I guess I want to work with the best person possible at the level I am officiating. Unfortunately, in my situation, except doing state tournament games I am locked into working with the few in my association. Where you work, in the larger metropolitan area you have many more opportunities and partner possibilities. Don't sell yourself short. Your rules knowledge and interpretation seem pretty solid from where I'm sitting. It is only a matter of confidence and experience that holds you back. Don't be afraid to challenge yourself. If you have done a varsity girls game and you graded yourself out at a C+ or better it was probably more like a B(you tend to be harder on yourself than others would be) go for that varsity boys game. I really enjoy reading your posts. Keep up the good work and I know you want to get better or you wouldn't be reading this forum.
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