Most people hate working for the guy (myself included and unless you're on the inside) but he assigns the biggest association in our area (16 school league). I'm working on getting other contacts, but it takes time.
Thanks for the advice. I've been officiating for 12 years or so, but the politics here are rough. I agree with the extortion comment...thought that for awhile. I officiated in the Salem, OR association when I started out and they had the varsity officials come a bit early for their game to rank us and give us pointers. Rating system from 8-1 with different levels associated with each number. Guess I had it pretty good there!
Would LOVE to see that again someday!