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Originally Posted by Cvincentsmith
I am asking a question which is unique to my situation. I am a 20 year old college student who has been registered in my state (Kansas) for 3 years now. I am a 7th year official overall starting with rec ball at a young age. I have received several varsity dates this year and have more assigned to me for next year. My problem is coaching testing me, see how far they can get with me and challenging my calls due to my young age. How do I stop this from happening?
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Keep in mind if your assignor is giving you varsity games he must think you can handle it. Coaches know this too but no matter what age you are some coaches will test you if they've never seen you before. It goes with the territory. We all have varying ways to handle being tested but a good rule of thumb for starters is to hustle, be firm on your calls and carry yourself with confidence.
--body language. If you look lost, dazed, confused or intimidated certain coaches are going to be on you like hot peppers on chili.