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Originally posted by Ref in PA
This is AAU ball, for crying out loud. I have watched it, but not reffed it. It is not the same, in my opinion, as regular HS ball. It seems to me that almost all players and most coaches have an attitude problem. I have read your discussions on reffing AAU ball before on this board. So, what is my point? Prepare yourself mentally before the game. It is my observation that the refs (and coaches) are disrespected more by the players and fans at these games than during the regular season. Knowing ahead of time what may happen will help prepare your mindset on how you will ACT (not react) in the heat of the moment. I think that will help the overall perception of you, the ref.
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I have made this point over and over again that AAU is different. But the one thing about AAU is, you might be watched by someone that is very influencial in officiating, watching you officiate for the first time. So even if it is AAU or any league outside of the normal league, you still should maintain some kind of professionalism, despite the people you are dealing with. I will admit that I do act a little different when officiating an AAU Tournament or League of some kind. I tend to be more vocal and teach the game more to kids and coaches if need be. Not because I want someone to win over someone else, but usually if they learn the game at that time of the year, it helps us all during the regular season. And you also do not have a locker-room to run to at half time and between games in most cases. So you tend to be around to be asked questions. But I still think it is important to adhere to as much professionalism, despite the behavior of everyone else.
Peace