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Originally Posted by BigBaldGuy
Earlier in my career I think I looked for reasons to give technical fouls...show everyone that I am in control. I have learned over 23 years to look for ways not to give technical fouls. Use all my resources and experience to defuse situations...if at all possible. Sometimes it works...sometimes it doesn't...but if there is some "gray area" I am going to try.
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It seems that now you may have swung too far to the lenient side. You need to have your partner's back. I don't care if one has been officiating for 3 years or 30 years, one needs to assess the technical fouls that are warranted. Some excellent advice which has served me well for over a decade is to never compromise on a safety issue and always penalize unsporting behavior.