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Old Tue Jan 07, 2003, 02:26pm
JRutledge JRutledge is offline
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Thumbs up Re: Double-edged sword

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Originally posted by DownTownTonyBrown

It is a two edged sword. Should they know the rules? Absolutely. But, as you all know, rule knowledge is not the only requirement for being a good official (or a good coach). I'm estimating that a good official is 20% rules knowledge and 80% judgement/social skills.

Actually we quit shooting officials a few years back here in Idaho.
Not everyone would agree with your percentages. Do not forget which board you are on.

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