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Mike,
We work individual assignments, not crews, but the same dynamic applies. You get to know the guys that come out and just put in their time vs. those of us that are committed to improving our performance. We just have a little less control on who we work with.
Some of the problems that were cited were the off-field demands of family, job, etc. I always tell the new officials to deal with this up front. You shouldn't be having the discussion with your wife about working games every Friday night and Saturday morning midway in the season. This should be addressed before the season begins. Not through lack of committment, but due to priority, I would drop officiating in a heartbeat if it impacted my family. Thanks to a super-understanding wife, I'm blessed to pursue my craft.
In pursuing my next step towards college ball, I am thirsting for more folks that want to get together and discuss the rules. More power to you for demanding excellence from others. But, not everyone is so driven. Just let them know up front what their commitment will be if they join your crew.
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