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Originally posted by BigJoe
This actually happened to us last night. We officiated the girls B game. After the national anthem and before the players were introduced, the announcer introduced us. Much to my surprise we got a rousing ovation! No one has ever clapped for us in any other game where we have been introduced! We didn't hear one thing from the crowd the whole night. Not even an "over the back" or anything. There were actually about 100 people in the stands. When I got home I faxed in a good sportsmanship report to the state high school league office. I still can't believe what happened. It sure makes our job enjoyable when things like this happen.
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I've had this happen. It was because the announcer asked us our years of experience (we each had 10+ years) and he included it in the introduction. The crowd was reflecting their pleasure at having experienced officials.
Now, of course, if you asked for their opinion after the game...